Navigating Cybersecurity Risks in an AI-First World
In today's swiftly evolving digital landscape, AI is revolutionizing how enterprises function. Yet, with tremendous potential comes significant risk. "Navigating Cybersecurity Risks in an AI-First World" is a thought-provoking presentation designed for cybersecurity risk managers, CISOs, security developers, and policymakers seeking to decipher the risks linked with integrating AI into both public and private organizations. This session aims to demystify the complexities of AI adoption, spotlighting the realm of 'shadow AI'. Through real-world instances and scenarios, we will vividly illustrate how these risks materialize, underscoring the importance of proactive risk evaluation. Participants will garner insights into a systematic approach for assessing cybersecurity risks associated with AI integration. This encompasses an analysis of adversarial attacks, deepfake and disinformation, data privacy and bias, human factors and insider threats. The presentation will then lead the audience through strategic measures to effectively mitigate these risks, promoting a proactive and adaptable cybersecurity posture. Join us to unveil the reality beneath the AI buzz, empower yourself with actionable strategies, and bolster your organization against the burgeoning wave of cybersecurity risks accompanying the AI revolution. And following is my bio: Dr. Ali Dehghantanha is a pioneering academic-entrepreneur and thought leader in AI security. Since 2020, he has held the Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence and serves as a professor of cybersecurity. He is the founding director of the Canada Cyber Foundry, a center at the University of Guelph dedicated to advancing cybersecurity education, innovation, and industry collaboration. He also established and leads the Master of Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence program, along with the Master of Leadership in Cybersecurity and Cyberpreneurship, equipping the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and innovators with the skills to navigate an AI-driven security landscape.