Presentation discusses CyberCrime, CyberTerror & CyberWar & the ways in which the "Bad Guys" organise themselves to undertake major Cyber Attacks. The TOP 10 Threats are categorized as Exploration, Penetration and Attack Tools. The threats include: (1) Advanced Persistent Attack (APT), (2) Stealth Monitoring, (3) Toxic eMail, (4) Database & Web Hacks (SQL/XSS), (5) Classic Virus/Trojan Malware, (6) Authentication Hacks, (7) Designer "Bots" (Stuxnet), (8) Toxic Cookies/Proxy/DNS (9) DDoS & (10) Ransomware, We conclude with recommendations to Defend your Business with In-Depth Technical & Operational Defence Action Plans!
CyberVision: 2020 to 2030 - Your 21stC Cybersecurity Toolkit!Dr David Probert
This presentation provides a personal vision of cybersecurity trends for the coming 10 years and beyond! We begin with some historical relics and the discovery of the Antikythera Mechanism almost 2000 years ago (Cyber Year ZERO!). We rapidly move to our cyber society - 2018 - and some recent massive cyber hacks & attacks related both to cybercrime, cyberterror and emerging cyber and information warfare. We briefly discuss the TOP 10 Cyber attack and means of defence. These include Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), Stealth Monitoring, Toxic eMail, Custom Bots (Stuxnet), DDoS, Ransomware and Toxic Cookies/Proxy & DNS Hacks & Attacks. After briefing exploring Blockchains, "Internet of Things" & Integrated Security Dashboards we present a sequence of cyber scenarios for 2019 (Self-Adaptive), 2020 (Self-Learning), 2025 (Cyber Intelligent) and 2040 (Neural Security). We provide examples of cyber tools already available that deploy machine learning, AI and Deep Learning to protect business and governments around the world. We provide some warnings from the late Stephen Hawking on both the risks and rewards or the widespread deployment of artificial intelligence based solutions in both business, government & open society! Finally we wrap up with a quick review of future cyber tools and suggestions for your own Business Action Plan & RoadMap! Enjoy!
Cyber Tools and Trends - Next 7 Years: 2018 - 2025 !Dr David Probert
We present Cyber Trends and Tools for 2018 (Cyber Transition), 2020 (Intelligent Security) and 2025 (Neural Security) We discuss the evolution of the next generation of Tools based upon Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. And then we discuss applications to the Defence of Smart Devices (Internet of Things - IOT), Smart Transportation and Smart Cities. We briefly profile Next Generation Cybersecurity Products & Services from leading edge Vendors. We conclude with a discussion of ways to interface "Intelligent machines" with the "human brain" through recent developments in Virtual and Augmented Reality. And as usual we provide suggestions for ways to develop a Cyber Action Plan for YOUR Business with a Focus on the Importance of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO/CSO) @ Board Level!
Cybersecurity Trends and CyberVision : 2015 - 2025Dr David Probert
Personal Vision of the Evolution of the Cybersecurity Sector during the next 10 years - 2015 - 2015.The presentation includes a review of the major players, both the "Good Guys" and the "Bad Guys". We discuss the important role of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Adaptive Systems in proving "Speed of Light" response to the continuous 24/7 Real-Time Threats that now target Business & Government. We conclude the presentation with a quick review of the Business Sector including the leading "new wave" cybersecurity companies, mergers, acquisitions and Venture Capital Investment.
21stC Cybersecurity Trends: 2018-2025 & Beyond!... Dr David Probert
Presentation to the ISSA Summer Cybersecurity Conference on HQS Wellington Ship on the River Thames, London - 5th July 2018. The keynote talk covers the TOP 10 Cyber Attacks - APT, Stealth Monitoring, Toxic eMail, Classic Malware, Custom Bots,, DDoS, Ransomware & DNS/Proxy Re-routing..We present Cybervision Scenarios for 2018 (Integrated Security), 2019(Self-Adaptive), 2020 (Self-Learning), 2025 (Cyber-Intelligent) and finally 2040 (Neural Security & Artificial Silicon Life!). This is followed by a brief survey of Maritime Security including the BIMCO & IET Guidelines and then wrapped up with a summary of the New Cybersecurity Toolkit. The presentation has a strong focus on the applications of artificial intelligence, Machine Learning & Deep Learning (Neural Networks) to Cybersecurity Solutions. In addition there is analysis of the fields of Intelligent Video Analytics, Digital Forensics & Cyber-Biometrics together with some real world solutions. Finally there is reference to Strategy Toolkits such as those from the United Nations / ITU, and from NIST = US National Institute of Standards & Technology. I would like to thank Sophie Wingrove & Team for their kind invitation to speak at this CyberSecurity Conference!
Presentation on Smart Security given at the International East-West Security Conference - Rome - November 2016. We begin with reviewing the 21stC Security Landscape including CyberCrime, CyberTerror, CyberEspionage and CyberWar. Specific Topics covered include Integrated Physical & CyberSecurity such as PSIM and SIEM Technologies, Tools & Solutions. The Smart Security Architectures discussed are those from the UN/ITU (United Nations - International Telecommunications Union), NATO, NIST, EU/ENISA, SANS, IEEE and ISO/IEC. The presentation reviews recent Cyber Attacks and analyses the impact on BotNets such as MiraiNet that originate from the "Internet of Things". Finally we discuss Smart Security Defence for Critical National Information Infrastructure and suggest Practical Actions & RoadMap for YOUR Business!
21stC CyberSecurity Defence: Next 7 Years - 2018 to 2025!Dr David Probert
This presentation provides a personal vision of trends in Cybersecurity during the coming 7 years - 2018 to 2025. We start with focusing on the Board Level Agenda for the newly appointed Chief Security Officer (CSO/CISO) and then briefly discuss the TOP 10 Cybersecurity Threats that include Ransomware, DDos Attacks, SQL injection, Social Media Phishing, Toxic Cookies, Classical Malware, Authentication Hacks, Stealth Monitoring and Advanced Persistent Attacks. We group these generic cyber threats under Exploration, Penetration and Real-Time Attacks! We then discuss the need for new Cyber Tools that will provide effective defence against such threat since classical tools such as anti-virus & firewalls will no longer stop the "bad guys" - CyberCriminals, Cyber Hacktivists & CyberTerrorists! We describe scenarios for 2018 (Integrated Security - Cyber & Physical Security), 2020 (Adaptive Security for the Internet of Things) and 2025 (Intelligent Security based upon Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning). These tools are all available today and yet most organisations are still relying on the classical AV/Firewall Solutions and hence are highly vulnerable to cyberattacks. We wrap up the presentation with a brief look at Security for Critical Sectors such as Banking/Finance & Government. We suggest ways in which business can prioritise and organise CyberSecurity based upon frameworks such as those from NIST, SANS and the UN/ITU. Finally we return to the metaphor that Classical Physical Attacks & Warfare occur at the "Speed of Sound" whilst Global Cyber Attacks & CyberWarfare take place 1million times faster @ the "Speed of Light". This provides the key motivation for significantly upgrading our CyberDefences to provide Security within our 21stC Neural Society!
Upgrading Industrial CyberSecurity & Security Critical National InfrastructureDr David Probert
Invited talk at the 40th International East-West Security Conference @ Hilton Hotel - Malta on Upgrading Industrial CyberSecurity. The talk focuses on the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and specifically on ICS/SCADA systems - Industrial Control Systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. These legacy systems are often not well secured and open to a wide range of Cyber Threats & Attacks. Examples are given on some recent attacks including DDoS and Ransomware in Trans-National Industrial Enterprises.The talk covers the integration of physical & cyber security as well as the problem of counterfeit electronic parts & components within the industrial value-chain. We explore the issue of industrial espionage & surveillance including video & satellite images that may be used by the "bad guys" when researching economic, political or terror attacks on critical infrastructure. We explore the risks within the energy sector such as civilian nuclear power plants & industrial metal smelting works. We wrap-up by recommending 10 ways to secure your industrial enterprise & the paths to developing your Smart Security Business Plan. The author has worked in the field of CyberSecurity / InfoSec for 25 years since Summer 1994. He has also worked in AI/Machine Learning for more than 40 years since completing the 1st Doctorate in Stochastic Machine Learning @ the Cambridge University Statistical Laboratory in June 1976.
Presentation given at the International East-West Security Conference in Rome - November 2016. The presentation begins with a review of Models of the Internet and CyberSpace such as those based upon IP Hilbert Space. We then discuss the transformation from 20thC Physical Threats (Speed of Sound) to the 21stC Cyber Threats (Speed of Light) such as CyberCrime, CyberTerror, CyberEspionage and CyberWar from sources such as the UN/ITU and the World Economic Forum. The core presentation explores Cyber Scenarios for 2018 (Integrated Security). 2020 (Adaptive Security), 2025 (Intelligent Security) and 2040 (Neural Security).We consider the New Generation of Tools based upon Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence that use Self-Learning & Self-Organisation. We consider the application of these tools for the effective defence of Critical National Infrastructure and also to enhance Cybersecurity for the Internet of Things. We review some of the latest Cyber Ventures that provide Security Solutions based upon Machine Learning. Finally we provide a suggested TOP 10 Actions for your Business to upgrade Cybersecurity & Mitigate Future Attacks!
CyberVision: 2020 to 2030 - Your 21stC Cybersecurity Toolkit!Dr David Probert
This presentation provides a personal vision of cybersecurity trends for the coming 10 years and beyond! We begin with some historical relics and the discovery of the Antikythera Mechanism almost 2000 years ago (Cyber Year ZERO!). We rapidly move to our cyber society - 2018 - and some recent massive cyber hacks & attacks related both to cybercrime, cyberterror and emerging cyber and information warfare. We briefly discuss the TOP 10 Cyber attack and means of defence. These include Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), Stealth Monitoring, Toxic eMail, Custom Bots (Stuxnet), DDoS, Ransomware and Toxic Cookies/Proxy & DNS Hacks & Attacks. After briefing exploring Blockchains, "Internet of Things" & Integrated Security Dashboards we present a sequence of cyber scenarios for 2019 (Self-Adaptive), 2020 (Self-Learning), 2025 (Cyber Intelligent) and 2040 (Neural Security). We provide examples of cyber tools already available that deploy machine learning, AI and Deep Learning to protect business and governments around the world. We provide some warnings from the late Stephen Hawking on both the risks and rewards or the widespread deployment of artificial intelligence based solutions in both business, government & open society! Finally we wrap up with a quick review of future cyber tools and suggestions for your own Business Action Plan & RoadMap! Enjoy!
Cyber Tools and Trends - Next 7 Years: 2018 - 2025 !Dr David Probert
We present Cyber Trends and Tools for 2018 (Cyber Transition), 2020 (Intelligent Security) and 2025 (Neural Security) We discuss the evolution of the next generation of Tools based upon Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. And then we discuss applications to the Defence of Smart Devices (Internet of Things - IOT), Smart Transportation and Smart Cities. We briefly profile Next Generation Cybersecurity Products & Services from leading edge Vendors. We conclude with a discussion of ways to interface "Intelligent machines" with the "human brain" through recent developments in Virtual and Augmented Reality. And as usual we provide suggestions for ways to develop a Cyber Action Plan for YOUR Business with a Focus on the Importance of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO/CSO) @ Board Level!
Cybersecurity Trends and CyberVision : 2015 - 2025Dr David Probert
Personal Vision of the Evolution of the Cybersecurity Sector during the next 10 years - 2015 - 2015.The presentation includes a review of the major players, both the "Good Guys" and the "Bad Guys". We discuss the important role of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Adaptive Systems in proving "Speed of Light" response to the continuous 24/7 Real-Time Threats that now target Business & Government. We conclude the presentation with a quick review of the Business Sector including the leading "new wave" cybersecurity companies, mergers, acquisitions and Venture Capital Investment.
21stC Cybersecurity Trends: 2018-2025 & Beyond!... Dr David Probert
Presentation to the ISSA Summer Cybersecurity Conference on HQS Wellington Ship on the River Thames, London - 5th July 2018. The keynote talk covers the TOP 10 Cyber Attacks - APT, Stealth Monitoring, Toxic eMail, Classic Malware, Custom Bots,, DDoS, Ransomware & DNS/Proxy Re-routing..We present Cybervision Scenarios for 2018 (Integrated Security), 2019(Self-Adaptive), 2020 (Self-Learning), 2025 (Cyber-Intelligent) and finally 2040 (Neural Security & Artificial Silicon Life!). This is followed by a brief survey of Maritime Security including the BIMCO & IET Guidelines and then wrapped up with a summary of the New Cybersecurity Toolkit. The presentation has a strong focus on the applications of artificial intelligence, Machine Learning & Deep Learning (Neural Networks) to Cybersecurity Solutions. In addition there is analysis of the fields of Intelligent Video Analytics, Digital Forensics & Cyber-Biometrics together with some real world solutions. Finally there is reference to Strategy Toolkits such as those from the United Nations / ITU, and from NIST = US National Institute of Standards & Technology. I would like to thank Sophie Wingrove & Team for their kind invitation to speak at this CyberSecurity Conference!
Presentation on Smart Security given at the International East-West Security Conference - Rome - November 2016. We begin with reviewing the 21stC Security Landscape including CyberCrime, CyberTerror, CyberEspionage and CyberWar. Specific Topics covered include Integrated Physical & CyberSecurity such as PSIM and SIEM Technologies, Tools & Solutions. The Smart Security Architectures discussed are those from the UN/ITU (United Nations - International Telecommunications Union), NATO, NIST, EU/ENISA, SANS, IEEE and ISO/IEC. The presentation reviews recent Cyber Attacks and analyses the impact on BotNets such as MiraiNet that originate from the "Internet of Things". Finally we discuss Smart Security Defence for Critical National Information Infrastructure and suggest Practical Actions & RoadMap for YOUR Business!
21stC CyberSecurity Defence: Next 7 Years - 2018 to 2025!Dr David Probert
This presentation provides a personal vision of trends in Cybersecurity during the coming 7 years - 2018 to 2025. We start with focusing on the Board Level Agenda for the newly appointed Chief Security Officer (CSO/CISO) and then briefly discuss the TOP 10 Cybersecurity Threats that include Ransomware, DDos Attacks, SQL injection, Social Media Phishing, Toxic Cookies, Classical Malware, Authentication Hacks, Stealth Monitoring and Advanced Persistent Attacks. We group these generic cyber threats under Exploration, Penetration and Real-Time Attacks! We then discuss the need for new Cyber Tools that will provide effective defence against such threat since classical tools such as anti-virus & firewalls will no longer stop the "bad guys" - CyberCriminals, Cyber Hacktivists & CyberTerrorists! We describe scenarios for 2018 (Integrated Security - Cyber & Physical Security), 2020 (Adaptive Security for the Internet of Things) and 2025 (Intelligent Security based upon Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning). These tools are all available today and yet most organisations are still relying on the classical AV/Firewall Solutions and hence are highly vulnerable to cyberattacks. We wrap up the presentation with a brief look at Security for Critical Sectors such as Banking/Finance & Government. We suggest ways in which business can prioritise and organise CyberSecurity based upon frameworks such as those from NIST, SANS and the UN/ITU. Finally we return to the metaphor that Classical Physical Attacks & Warfare occur at the "Speed of Sound" whilst Global Cyber Attacks & CyberWarfare take place 1million times faster @ the "Speed of Light". This provides the key motivation for significantly upgrading our CyberDefences to provide Security within our 21stC Neural Society!
Upgrading Industrial CyberSecurity & Security Critical National InfrastructureDr David Probert
Invited talk at the 40th International East-West Security Conference @ Hilton Hotel - Malta on Upgrading Industrial CyberSecurity. The talk focuses on the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and specifically on ICS/SCADA systems - Industrial Control Systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. These legacy systems are often not well secured and open to a wide range of Cyber Threats & Attacks. Examples are given on some recent attacks including DDoS and Ransomware in Trans-National Industrial Enterprises.The talk covers the integration of physical & cyber security as well as the problem of counterfeit electronic parts & components within the industrial value-chain. We explore the issue of industrial espionage & surveillance including video & satellite images that may be used by the "bad guys" when researching economic, political or terror attacks on critical infrastructure. We explore the risks within the energy sector such as civilian nuclear power plants & industrial metal smelting works. We wrap-up by recommending 10 ways to secure your industrial enterprise & the paths to developing your Smart Security Business Plan. The author has worked in the field of CyberSecurity / InfoSec for 25 years since Summer 1994. He has also worked in AI/Machine Learning for more than 40 years since completing the 1st Doctorate in Stochastic Machine Learning @ the Cambridge University Statistical Laboratory in June 1976.
Presentation given at the International East-West Security Conference in Rome - November 2016. The presentation begins with a review of Models of the Internet and CyberSpace such as those based upon IP Hilbert Space. We then discuss the transformation from 20thC Physical Threats (Speed of Sound) to the 21stC Cyber Threats (Speed of Light) such as CyberCrime, CyberTerror, CyberEspionage and CyberWar from sources such as the UN/ITU and the World Economic Forum. The core presentation explores Cyber Scenarios for 2018 (Integrated Security). 2020 (Adaptive Security), 2025 (Intelligent Security) and 2040 (Neural Security).We consider the New Generation of Tools based upon Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence that use Self-Learning & Self-Organisation. We consider the application of these tools for the effective defence of Critical National Infrastructure and also to enhance Cybersecurity for the Internet of Things. We review some of the latest Cyber Ventures that provide Security Solutions based upon Machine Learning. Finally we provide a suggested TOP 10 Actions for your Business to upgrade Cybersecurity & Mitigate Future Attacks!
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for CybersecurityDr David Probert
The talk discusses the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to enterprise cybersecurity. The topics include self-learning, stochastic cellular automata, adaptive & self-organising systems and recursive Bayesian algorithms. The talk briefly surveys several cybersecurity companies including Darktrace, Logrhythm and Norse Corporation. There is also discussion of the application of AI and neural networks within the Banking sector for "Algorithmic Trading" during the last 10 to 20 years. These techniques are now highly relevant, and even ESSENTIAL, for the provision of real-time enterprise cybersecurity to complement traditional "signature" based anti-virus & firewall based solutions. The talk closes with the presentations for the future of Cybersecurity in 2020, 2025 and 2040 including reference to similar forecasts from both Business & Governments. The talk was given by Dr David Eric Probert at the East-West International Security Conference at the Melia Galgos Hotel in Madrid, Spain on the Tuesday 27th October 2015.
This presentation updates earlier talks and provides a CyberVision for Cybersecurity Tools & Technologies for the next 5 to 10 Years. The talk discusses CyberScenarios for Scenario 2018: Integrated Physical & CyberSecurity, Scenario 2019: Adaptive Security including the "Internet of Things & "Smart Security", Scenario 2020: Self-Learning Security using Machine Learning, Scenario 2025 Intellgent Security based upon Networked Artificial Intellgence & finally Scenario 2040 (!) - Neural Security based upon Advanced Deep Learning & Artificial General Intelligence where we may see the emergence of "Artificial Silicon Life"?! In each scenario we explore the emergent tools & provide some concrete examples of Advanced CyberSecurity Applications that are already available for Governments & Enterprises. the talk also touches upon the Integration of Biometrics & Digital Forensics into the 21st Century Cyber Toolkit. We also mention the role of Blockchains and CryptoCurrencies in the provision of Secure Encrypted "Peer-to-Peer" Financial Records & "Networked Spreadsheets"! Talk concludes with Recommendations for the TOP 10 Actions that YOUR CSO can execute to provide maximal CyberDefence for your Business or Agency! This talk was given on the Tuesday 21st November 2017 @ the 36th International East-Wet Security Conference @ Seville, Spain - by Dr David E Probert.
Effective CyberSecurity for the 2020s - Intelligent Analytics & Modelling Dr David Probert
This invited presentation was given at the International East-West Security Conference on the 4th June in Naples, Italy. The talk begins with a review of the current Cyber Society including the topics of CyberCrime, CyberTerror & CyberWar. We include a quick review of the extremely useful national cybersecurity strategy guides developed by the UN/ITU (United Nations - International telecommunications Union) during the last 10 years. We then progress to review the Top 10 Cyber Threats & Attacks including DDOS, SQL Injection, Ransomware, APT - Advanced Persistent Attack, Custom Torjan "Bots", Classic Malware, & Toxic Cookies, DNS & Proxy Diversion Attacks, We provide numerous examples of some recent devastating cyber attacks across market sectors such as Banking, Airllines, Shipping, Healthcare & Government. We the proceed to review future cyber scenarios - 2019 (Integrated Security), 2020(Self-Adaptive Security), 2022 (Self-Learning), 2025 (Cyber-Intelligent) & way into the future - 2040 (Neural Security). Once again we provide many examples of Cyber Solutions & Toolkits that are available today for implmentation. Many Cyber tools already embed AI & Deep Learning Algorithms which can help mitigate zero-day attacks and most other cyber stealth & malware attacks including DDoS, APT, SQL & Ransomware. We conclude, as usual, with suggestions for how YOUR Business can review, audit and upgrade to boost cyber resilience! Enjoy!
Cyber Threats & Defence! - "Intelligent CyberSecurity"!Dr David Probert
Presentation discusses TOP 10 CyberSecurity Threats - Exploration, Penetration & Attack! We review some recent Case Studies of CyberCrime, CyberTerrorism & Cyber Political & Hacktivist Attacks. The Threats discussed include: !1) APT - Advanced Persistent Attacks, (2) Stealth Monitoring with Loggers & Cams, (3) Toxic eMail & Social Phishing (4) Database SQL Attacks & Web Hacks, (5) Classic Malware, Viruses & Trojans, (6) Authentication/Compliance Hacks including Missing Patches & Password Dictionaries, (7) Custom Design "Bot" such as Stuxnet & Flame, (8) Toxic Cookies, DNS & Proxy Re-Direction, (9) DDoS - Distributed Denial of Service Attacks and finally (10) Ransomware using Toxic Scripts such as Petya & WannaCry! The presentation concludes with recommendations for ways to defend against such attacks including both Technical and Operationsl Action Plans. We stress the importance of appointing a BOARD LEVEL Chief Security Officer to manage ALL aspects of both Cyber & Physical Security for your Enterprise or government Agency. This talk was given on the Tuesday 21st November 2017 at the 36th East-West International Security Conference @ the Melia Hotel - Seville, Spain - by Dr David E Probert.
Cybersecurity for Critical National InfrastructureDr David Probert
Presentation focuses on National Cybersecurity Strategies, Models and Plans. These include the well known UN/ITU - International Telecommunication Union Strategy Guidelines which were updated this year. The talk includes the authors security missions to Armenia and Georgia as well as industrial ICS/SCADA security and the critical info sectors. We briefly review national cybersecurity legislation as well as standards and cyber skills requirements. We wrap up with a cyber "Shopping List" , Business Action Plan & Conceptual RoadMap. This presentation was given on the 6th November 2018 at the 38th East-West Security Conference in Nice, France! Enjoy!
Energising Cybersecurity with Biometrics & Digital ForensicsDr David Probert
Fighting Cybercrime and Cyberterror requires Business & Government to integrate Biometrics (Pre-Attack) and Digital Forensics (Post-Attack) in order to both mitigate & diagnose attack vectors. This presentation was given @ the East-West International Security Conference in Prague - June 2016. It includes a 25 year Cyber Vision of Future Adaptive, Intelligent & Neural Cybersecurity Tools. These will be based upon Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Adaptive Behavioural Analytics. The advance of Hybrid Cybercrime, Cyberwar & Cyberterror require all Businesses & Government Agencies to seriously consider the deployment of Intelligent Cybersecurity Solutions with Biometrics & Digital Forensics during next 10 years!
CyberTerror-CyberCrime-CyberWar! - Crucial Role of CyberSecurity in "War on T...Dr David Probert
Now we see the evolution of Hybrid Warfare, Cybercrime and Terrorism. To mitigate to Terror Attacks we urgently need to integrate Real-Time Cybersecurity Solutions with Physical Surveillance in Business, Campus, Cities And Nationwide! In this presentation we discuss both Historic & Current Cyber Threats and practical options to minimise the risks of future Terror Attacks through Integrated Physical-Cybersecurity Solutions. We briefly review the United Nations/ITU, NATO and NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks, and the threats on Critical National Information Infrastructure. Finally we suggest the TOP Actions for Chief Security Officers (CSO) to mitigate Attacks within their own Security Operations. This invited presentation was given @ the International East-West Security Conference at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel in Prague - June 2016.
Intelligent Cyber Surveillance: AI Video Analytics & Biometrics!Dr David Probert
This presentation discusses recent trends in cyber surveillance to combat increasing cybercrime, cyberterrorism and the advent of cyberwarfare! We begin by reviewing the convergence of physical & cybersecurity before moving to recent tragic events in urban terrorism, We discuss the ways in which "crowded place" such as stadiums, transport hubs, resorts and malls may be more fully secured against cyberterrorists, We then review trends in advanced AI - artificial intelligence - based video analytics & biometric which are now a key component in business & government cyber toolkit! We provide a short review of cyber sector sector before providing some 7 year cyber trends towards the year 2025. The presentation wraps up with your TOP 3 Actions and a suggested Cyber Shopping List for your Business! Enjoy!
Integrated Cybersecurity and the Internet of ThingsDr David Probert
Presentation given in Madrid at the East-West International Security Conference - October 2015. The topics include Integrated Cybersecurity and Physical Security as well as developments in the Internet of Things. The talk discusses models, architectures and standards for the IoT as well as a survey of some EU work under the IERC Programme. Finally the talk makes suggestions for actions by Chief Security Officers (CSOs) to prepare themselves for IoT Security. It is recommended that CSOs review the security for ALL their legacy networked devices to mitigate the risks of cyber attacks. The talk was given by Dr David Eric Probert on 27th October 2015 at the Security Conference Venue - Melia Galgos Hotel - Madrid, Spain.
National Cybersecurity - Roadmap and Action PlanDr David Probert
Analysis, strategies and practical action plans for National Government Cybersecurity based upon the United Nations - International Telecommunications Union - UN/ITU Cybersecurity Framework and their Global Cybersecurity Agenda - GCA.
Intelligent, Integrated Cybersecurity - CyberCrime, CyberTerror & CyberWar!Dr David Probert
Invited Talk @ 40th International East-West Security Conference ' Hilton Hotel, Malta - November 2019 on Intelligent & Integrated CyberSecurity! The talk explores the current status of Cybersecurity threats & defence and then develops Scenarios for its future evolution. This focuses upon the role of Artificial Intelligence, Stochastic Machine Learning & Deep Learning and provide much faster & accurate real-time "Speed of Light" responses against Cyber Attacks! We discuss the evolution of the Internet during the last 50 years since its birth, and then explore possible cyber trends for the next 25 to 30 years based upon technological & social evolution. Topics include Network Intelligence, Self-Learning, Self-Adaptive Security & then finally "Neural Security" for 2040 onwards! The presentation provides several examples of recent cyber attacks as well as some of the "Best of Breed" Cyber AI solutions that are already available from Cybersecurity vendors! We warp-up with a warning regarding the need to "take control of the more advanced AI tools" and to programme the AI software with some understanding of compliance with Human Needs & Ethics! The author has worked on InfoSec & Cybersecurity for 25 years since summer 1994. He has also more than 40 years of experience in AI having completed the very 1st Doctorate in Stochastic Machine Learning @ Cambridge University Statistical Laboratory & Churchill College in June 1976!
Cybersecurity Technologies, Standards and OperationsDr David Probert
2-Day Cybersecurity Master Class given at the University of Technology (UTECH), Kingston, Jamaica - 16th-17th September 2010 - in partnership with the UN/ITU Excellence Network in the Caribbean Region. These lectures are more technical than those in the more general 3-Day Cybersecurity Master Class that we held on 13th to 15th September. Topics covered include ITU, NIST, IEEE and ISO/IEC Standards. Setting up and running CERTs/CSIRTS - Computer Emergency Response Team - and Business Continuity.
24/7 Intelligent Video Surveillance: Securing Your Business Data & PrivacyDr David Probert
This invited presentation was given at the International East-West Security Conference in Naples, Italy on th 4th June 2019. The talk has 9 chapters beginning with a background review of the evolution of the marketplace for video intelligence from 20thC CCTV to 21srC Real-Time Networked Video Surveillance! We then discuss the importance of deploying intelligence video surveillance in crowded places such as shopping malls, stadiums, theatres, transport hubs, airports & sports events. We provide examples of some recent tragic events related to Urban Terrorism such as Nice, Paris, Brussels, London, Berlin & Moscow. We discuss the importance of providing an integrated dashboard for Physical & CyberSecurity in order to Identify, Mitigate & ideally prevent such Urban Terrorism. At all stages of the talk we try an provide examples & case studies of Intelligent Video Surveillance solutions that are available on the marketplace today! W then review Advanced Video Analytics based upon Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning (Neural Networks). This includes a discussion of intelligent behaviour profiling and real-time biometric analysis & digital forensics. The development of on-line services has led to the new economic theory of Surveillance Capitalism (Published by Shoshana Zuboff - Jan 2019). This is highly relevant to Video Surveillance since some of the intelligent video tools such as Public Facial Recognition have provoked a strong reaction in cities such as San Francisco. We conclude the talk with a review of ways in which Big Data Analytics can provide Fast Intelligent Support in the analysis of massive video databases & real-time streams. We also suggest Top 3 Actions & Security RoadMap for YOUR Business! Enjoy!
We compare the challenge of the current COVID-19 Bio-Pandemic with the potential of Global Cyber-Pandemic during the coming decade! Bio-Events are Spatial whilst Cyber-Events are Temporal & require "Defence in Time" We speculate on the emergence of "Silicon Life" and the possibility of autonomous cyber-attacks by networks of AI-Bots & Drone Swarms upon Critical National Infrastructure. The paper assumes some understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Cybersecurity. Enjoy!
Integrated Physical and Cybersecurity for Governments and BusinessDr David Probert
A Top-Level Strategic Analysis of Trends and Practical Solutions for the Integration of Physical and Cybersecurity for National Governments and Corporate Business. The Presentation is aimed at Chief Security Officers for both Government Ministries and for Major Corporate Business. The focus is upon critical sectors such as Banking, Energy, Transportation and Telecommunications
21stC Trends in FinTech Security - AI, Deep Learning & BlockchainDr David Probert
The presentation has 9 chapters beginning with a brief survey of FinTech Evolution & the Global Marketplace with a strong focus on China & the USA! We note that Fintech is a disruptive technology and that there are inherent cyber-risks. We provide examples of some recent major hacks within the FinTech & Financial Services Sector. We then consider ways options to mitigate these security risks using new technological tools based upon Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms , & Deep Learning (Neural Networks). We then also review ways in which Blockchains can provide enhanced security for peer-to-peer transactions both in FinTech as well as in most other market sectors. We then discuss Cyber Fraud Detection & Prevention including tools for identifying Money Laundering, and Financing for Terrorism & other National & International Criminal Exploits. We review ways in which the latest Tools for Big Data Mining & Analytics can reduce the impact & devastating losses from Global FinTech CyberCrime. We conclude with a summary of the current disruptive transition from 20thC Physical Banks to 21stC Virtual FinTech Accounts. We include suggestions for ways in which you can provide enhanced Security for FinTech within YOUR Business! This invited talk was given at the International East-West Security Conference in Naples, Italy on the 4th June 2019
UN/ITU - Organisational Structures and Incident Management - CybersecurityDr David Probert
In-Depth Presentation for the Cybersecurity Workshop that was Jointly Organised by the UN/ITU and CITEL in Salta City, Argentina - November 2010. The presentation focuses on the implementation of the recommended UN/ITU (International Telecommunications Union) Global Cybersecurity Agenda and the importance of CERTs (Computer Emergency Response Teams)
Development of National Cybersecurity Strategy and OrganisationDr David Probert
3-Day Master Class given at the University of Technology (UTECH) Kingston, Jamaica - 13th to 15th September 2010 - in Partnership with the UN/ITU Centres of Excellence Network for the Caribbean Region - International Telecommunications Union - Global Cybersecurity Agenda.
2017 was a busy year for hackers who used new, ingenious attack vectors and methods such as fileless malware to hold organizations ransom and steal their sensitive data. These threats are almost certain to continue in 2018 and, along with them, there will be even bigger challenges as larger, more advanced cyberattacks target what was previously considered safe havens -- well-guarded critical infrastructure, public clouds, block chains and more. What’s in Store for 2018?
Cyber Terrorism - Analysis and Strategies for defending your business against cyberterror threats and attacks, with focus on the Banking and Financial Services Sector
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for CybersecurityDr David Probert
The talk discusses the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to enterprise cybersecurity. The topics include self-learning, stochastic cellular automata, adaptive & self-organising systems and recursive Bayesian algorithms. The talk briefly surveys several cybersecurity companies including Darktrace, Logrhythm and Norse Corporation. There is also discussion of the application of AI and neural networks within the Banking sector for "Algorithmic Trading" during the last 10 to 20 years. These techniques are now highly relevant, and even ESSENTIAL, for the provision of real-time enterprise cybersecurity to complement traditional "signature" based anti-virus & firewall based solutions. The talk closes with the presentations for the future of Cybersecurity in 2020, 2025 and 2040 including reference to similar forecasts from both Business & Governments. The talk was given by Dr David Eric Probert at the East-West International Security Conference at the Melia Galgos Hotel in Madrid, Spain on the Tuesday 27th October 2015.
This presentation updates earlier talks and provides a CyberVision for Cybersecurity Tools & Technologies for the next 5 to 10 Years. The talk discusses CyberScenarios for Scenario 2018: Integrated Physical & CyberSecurity, Scenario 2019: Adaptive Security including the "Internet of Things & "Smart Security", Scenario 2020: Self-Learning Security using Machine Learning, Scenario 2025 Intellgent Security based upon Networked Artificial Intellgence & finally Scenario 2040 (!) - Neural Security based upon Advanced Deep Learning & Artificial General Intelligence where we may see the emergence of "Artificial Silicon Life"?! In each scenario we explore the emergent tools & provide some concrete examples of Advanced CyberSecurity Applications that are already available for Governments & Enterprises. the talk also touches upon the Integration of Biometrics & Digital Forensics into the 21st Century Cyber Toolkit. We also mention the role of Blockchains and CryptoCurrencies in the provision of Secure Encrypted "Peer-to-Peer" Financial Records & "Networked Spreadsheets"! Talk concludes with Recommendations for the TOP 10 Actions that YOUR CSO can execute to provide maximal CyberDefence for your Business or Agency! This talk was given on the Tuesday 21st November 2017 @ the 36th International East-Wet Security Conference @ Seville, Spain - by Dr David E Probert.
Effective CyberSecurity for the 2020s - Intelligent Analytics & Modelling Dr David Probert
This invited presentation was given at the International East-West Security Conference on the 4th June in Naples, Italy. The talk begins with a review of the current Cyber Society including the topics of CyberCrime, CyberTerror & CyberWar. We include a quick review of the extremely useful national cybersecurity strategy guides developed by the UN/ITU (United Nations - International telecommunications Union) during the last 10 years. We then progress to review the Top 10 Cyber Threats & Attacks including DDOS, SQL Injection, Ransomware, APT - Advanced Persistent Attack, Custom Torjan "Bots", Classic Malware, & Toxic Cookies, DNS & Proxy Diversion Attacks, We provide numerous examples of some recent devastating cyber attacks across market sectors such as Banking, Airllines, Shipping, Healthcare & Government. We the proceed to review future cyber scenarios - 2019 (Integrated Security), 2020(Self-Adaptive Security), 2022 (Self-Learning), 2025 (Cyber-Intelligent) & way into the future - 2040 (Neural Security). Once again we provide many examples of Cyber Solutions & Toolkits that are available today for implmentation. Many Cyber tools already embed AI & Deep Learning Algorithms which can help mitigate zero-day attacks and most other cyber stealth & malware attacks including DDoS, APT, SQL & Ransomware. We conclude, as usual, with suggestions for how YOUR Business can review, audit and upgrade to boost cyber resilience! Enjoy!
Cyber Threats & Defence! - "Intelligent CyberSecurity"!Dr David Probert
Presentation discusses TOP 10 CyberSecurity Threats - Exploration, Penetration & Attack! We review some recent Case Studies of CyberCrime, CyberTerrorism & Cyber Political & Hacktivist Attacks. The Threats discussed include: !1) APT - Advanced Persistent Attacks, (2) Stealth Monitoring with Loggers & Cams, (3) Toxic eMail & Social Phishing (4) Database SQL Attacks & Web Hacks, (5) Classic Malware, Viruses & Trojans, (6) Authentication/Compliance Hacks including Missing Patches & Password Dictionaries, (7) Custom Design "Bot" such as Stuxnet & Flame, (8) Toxic Cookies, DNS & Proxy Re-Direction, (9) DDoS - Distributed Denial of Service Attacks and finally (10) Ransomware using Toxic Scripts such as Petya & WannaCry! The presentation concludes with recommendations for ways to defend against such attacks including both Technical and Operationsl Action Plans. We stress the importance of appointing a BOARD LEVEL Chief Security Officer to manage ALL aspects of both Cyber & Physical Security for your Enterprise or government Agency. This talk was given on the Tuesday 21st November 2017 at the 36th East-West International Security Conference @ the Melia Hotel - Seville, Spain - by Dr David E Probert.
Cybersecurity for Critical National InfrastructureDr David Probert
Presentation focuses on National Cybersecurity Strategies, Models and Plans. These include the well known UN/ITU - International Telecommunication Union Strategy Guidelines which were updated this year. The talk includes the authors security missions to Armenia and Georgia as well as industrial ICS/SCADA security and the critical info sectors. We briefly review national cybersecurity legislation as well as standards and cyber skills requirements. We wrap up with a cyber "Shopping List" , Business Action Plan & Conceptual RoadMap. This presentation was given on the 6th November 2018 at the 38th East-West Security Conference in Nice, France! Enjoy!
Energising Cybersecurity with Biometrics & Digital ForensicsDr David Probert
Fighting Cybercrime and Cyberterror requires Business & Government to integrate Biometrics (Pre-Attack) and Digital Forensics (Post-Attack) in order to both mitigate & diagnose attack vectors. This presentation was given @ the East-West International Security Conference in Prague - June 2016. It includes a 25 year Cyber Vision of Future Adaptive, Intelligent & Neural Cybersecurity Tools. These will be based upon Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Adaptive Behavioural Analytics. The advance of Hybrid Cybercrime, Cyberwar & Cyberterror require all Businesses & Government Agencies to seriously consider the deployment of Intelligent Cybersecurity Solutions with Biometrics & Digital Forensics during next 10 years!
CyberTerror-CyberCrime-CyberWar! - Crucial Role of CyberSecurity in "War on T...Dr David Probert
Now we see the evolution of Hybrid Warfare, Cybercrime and Terrorism. To mitigate to Terror Attacks we urgently need to integrate Real-Time Cybersecurity Solutions with Physical Surveillance in Business, Campus, Cities And Nationwide! In this presentation we discuss both Historic & Current Cyber Threats and practical options to minimise the risks of future Terror Attacks through Integrated Physical-Cybersecurity Solutions. We briefly review the United Nations/ITU, NATO and NIST Cybersecurity Frameworks, and the threats on Critical National Information Infrastructure. Finally we suggest the TOP Actions for Chief Security Officers (CSO) to mitigate Attacks within their own Security Operations. This invited presentation was given @ the International East-West Security Conference at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel in Prague - June 2016.
Intelligent Cyber Surveillance: AI Video Analytics & Biometrics!Dr David Probert
This presentation discusses recent trends in cyber surveillance to combat increasing cybercrime, cyberterrorism and the advent of cyberwarfare! We begin by reviewing the convergence of physical & cybersecurity before moving to recent tragic events in urban terrorism, We discuss the ways in which "crowded place" such as stadiums, transport hubs, resorts and malls may be more fully secured against cyberterrorists, We then review trends in advanced AI - artificial intelligence - based video analytics & biometric which are now a key component in business & government cyber toolkit! We provide a short review of cyber sector sector before providing some 7 year cyber trends towards the year 2025. The presentation wraps up with your TOP 3 Actions and a suggested Cyber Shopping List for your Business! Enjoy!
Integrated Cybersecurity and the Internet of ThingsDr David Probert
Presentation given in Madrid at the East-West International Security Conference - October 2015. The topics include Integrated Cybersecurity and Physical Security as well as developments in the Internet of Things. The talk discusses models, architectures and standards for the IoT as well as a survey of some EU work under the IERC Programme. Finally the talk makes suggestions for actions by Chief Security Officers (CSOs) to prepare themselves for IoT Security. It is recommended that CSOs review the security for ALL their legacy networked devices to mitigate the risks of cyber attacks. The talk was given by Dr David Eric Probert on 27th October 2015 at the Security Conference Venue - Melia Galgos Hotel - Madrid, Spain.
National Cybersecurity - Roadmap and Action PlanDr David Probert
Analysis, strategies and practical action plans for National Government Cybersecurity based upon the United Nations - International Telecommunications Union - UN/ITU Cybersecurity Framework and their Global Cybersecurity Agenda - GCA.
Intelligent, Integrated Cybersecurity - CyberCrime, CyberTerror & CyberWar!Dr David Probert
Invited Talk @ 40th International East-West Security Conference ' Hilton Hotel, Malta - November 2019 on Intelligent & Integrated CyberSecurity! The talk explores the current status of Cybersecurity threats & defence and then develops Scenarios for its future evolution. This focuses upon the role of Artificial Intelligence, Stochastic Machine Learning & Deep Learning and provide much faster & accurate real-time "Speed of Light" responses against Cyber Attacks! We discuss the evolution of the Internet during the last 50 years since its birth, and then explore possible cyber trends for the next 25 to 30 years based upon technological & social evolution. Topics include Network Intelligence, Self-Learning, Self-Adaptive Security & then finally "Neural Security" for 2040 onwards! The presentation provides several examples of recent cyber attacks as well as some of the "Best of Breed" Cyber AI solutions that are already available from Cybersecurity vendors! We warp-up with a warning regarding the need to "take control of the more advanced AI tools" and to programme the AI software with some understanding of compliance with Human Needs & Ethics! The author has worked on InfoSec & Cybersecurity for 25 years since summer 1994. He has also more than 40 years of experience in AI having completed the very 1st Doctorate in Stochastic Machine Learning @ Cambridge University Statistical Laboratory & Churchill College in June 1976!
Cybersecurity Technologies, Standards and OperationsDr David Probert
2-Day Cybersecurity Master Class given at the University of Technology (UTECH), Kingston, Jamaica - 16th-17th September 2010 - in partnership with the UN/ITU Excellence Network in the Caribbean Region. These lectures are more technical than those in the more general 3-Day Cybersecurity Master Class that we held on 13th to 15th September. Topics covered include ITU, NIST, IEEE and ISO/IEC Standards. Setting up and running CERTs/CSIRTS - Computer Emergency Response Team - and Business Continuity.
24/7 Intelligent Video Surveillance: Securing Your Business Data & PrivacyDr David Probert
This invited presentation was given at the International East-West Security Conference in Naples, Italy on th 4th June 2019. The talk has 9 chapters beginning with a background review of the evolution of the marketplace for video intelligence from 20thC CCTV to 21srC Real-Time Networked Video Surveillance! We then discuss the importance of deploying intelligence video surveillance in crowded places such as shopping malls, stadiums, theatres, transport hubs, airports & sports events. We provide examples of some recent tragic events related to Urban Terrorism such as Nice, Paris, Brussels, London, Berlin & Moscow. We discuss the importance of providing an integrated dashboard for Physical & CyberSecurity in order to Identify, Mitigate & ideally prevent such Urban Terrorism. At all stages of the talk we try an provide examples & case studies of Intelligent Video Surveillance solutions that are available on the marketplace today! W then review Advanced Video Analytics based upon Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning (Neural Networks). This includes a discussion of intelligent behaviour profiling and real-time biometric analysis & digital forensics. The development of on-line services has led to the new economic theory of Surveillance Capitalism (Published by Shoshana Zuboff - Jan 2019). This is highly relevant to Video Surveillance since some of the intelligent video tools such as Public Facial Recognition have provoked a strong reaction in cities such as San Francisco. We conclude the talk with a review of ways in which Big Data Analytics can provide Fast Intelligent Support in the analysis of massive video databases & real-time streams. We also suggest Top 3 Actions & Security RoadMap for YOUR Business! Enjoy!
We compare the challenge of the current COVID-19 Bio-Pandemic with the potential of Global Cyber-Pandemic during the coming decade! Bio-Events are Spatial whilst Cyber-Events are Temporal & require "Defence in Time" We speculate on the emergence of "Silicon Life" and the possibility of autonomous cyber-attacks by networks of AI-Bots & Drone Swarms upon Critical National Infrastructure. The paper assumes some understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Cybersecurity. Enjoy!
Integrated Physical and Cybersecurity for Governments and BusinessDr David Probert
A Top-Level Strategic Analysis of Trends and Practical Solutions for the Integration of Physical and Cybersecurity for National Governments and Corporate Business. The Presentation is aimed at Chief Security Officers for both Government Ministries and for Major Corporate Business. The focus is upon critical sectors such as Banking, Energy, Transportation and Telecommunications
21stC Trends in FinTech Security - AI, Deep Learning & BlockchainDr David Probert
The presentation has 9 chapters beginning with a brief survey of FinTech Evolution & the Global Marketplace with a strong focus on China & the USA! We note that Fintech is a disruptive technology and that there are inherent cyber-risks. We provide examples of some recent major hacks within the FinTech & Financial Services Sector. We then consider ways options to mitigate these security risks using new technological tools based upon Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms , & Deep Learning (Neural Networks). We then also review ways in which Blockchains can provide enhanced security for peer-to-peer transactions both in FinTech as well as in most other market sectors. We then discuss Cyber Fraud Detection & Prevention including tools for identifying Money Laundering, and Financing for Terrorism & other National & International Criminal Exploits. We review ways in which the latest Tools for Big Data Mining & Analytics can reduce the impact & devastating losses from Global FinTech CyberCrime. We conclude with a summary of the current disruptive transition from 20thC Physical Banks to 21stC Virtual FinTech Accounts. We include suggestions for ways in which you can provide enhanced Security for FinTech within YOUR Business! This invited talk was given at the International East-West Security Conference in Naples, Italy on the 4th June 2019
UN/ITU - Organisational Structures and Incident Management - CybersecurityDr David Probert
In-Depth Presentation for the Cybersecurity Workshop that was Jointly Organised by the UN/ITU and CITEL in Salta City, Argentina - November 2010. The presentation focuses on the implementation of the recommended UN/ITU (International Telecommunications Union) Global Cybersecurity Agenda and the importance of CERTs (Computer Emergency Response Teams)
Development of National Cybersecurity Strategy and OrganisationDr David Probert
3-Day Master Class given at the University of Technology (UTECH) Kingston, Jamaica - 13th to 15th September 2010 - in Partnership with the UN/ITU Centres of Excellence Network for the Caribbean Region - International Telecommunications Union - Global Cybersecurity Agenda.
2017 was a busy year for hackers who used new, ingenious attack vectors and methods such as fileless malware to hold organizations ransom and steal their sensitive data. These threats are almost certain to continue in 2018 and, along with them, there will be even bigger challenges as larger, more advanced cyberattacks target what was previously considered safe havens -- well-guarded critical infrastructure, public clouds, block chains and more. What’s in Store for 2018?
Cyber Terrorism - Analysis and Strategies for defending your business against cyberterror threats and attacks, with focus on the Banking and Financial Services Sector
Through this case study the reader will find a brief introduction to ideas such as:
- How the antivirus market emerged globally
- Who the key stakeholders were
- When did the prominent names we see today start appearing
- Factors (technology + human) that stimulated competitive drive and rapid growth
- Revenue and sales insight for antivirus software sales by regions
21stC Trends in CyberSecurity in the Finance & Banking Sectors Security!Dr David Probert
Invited Presentation @ 40th Internationnal East-West Security Conference in Malta on the Theme of Cybersecurity in Finance & Banking! This 45minute talk covers the importance of upgrading to the new cyber tools based upon Artificial Intelligence & Stochastic Machine Learning that are now available for several leading "best of breed" vendors! The talk also covers typical cyber threats from DDoS to Ransomware as well as the role of blockchains & big data analytics in improving transaction security and compliance with Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terror Financing. The talk ends with recommended guidelines on ways to improve & upgrade your own enterprise cybersecurity using AI, Machine & Deep Learning! The author has spent more than 25 years working on Cybersecurity and completed his Doctorate in AI & Stochastic Machine Learning @ Cambridge University in 1976!
ASFWS 2012 - Cybercrime to Information Warfare & “Cyberwar”: a hacker’s persp...Cyber Security Alliance
This presentation will analyze the Information Warfare scenarios, technical and legal backgrounds, highlighting as well the importance of the terminologies and bringing to the audience real-life examples and known incidents. The last part of the talk will focus on two theorical case studies and on one, very special, theorical case study.
Smart Sustainable Security - Master Class - Yerevan, Armenia - 2012Dr David Probert
Presentation on the Design and Implementation of Integrated Physical Cyber Security Systems - "Smart Security" - for both Business and Government. Given as a Master Class in Yerevan, Armenia - Summer 2012
Slides from Simson Garfinkel's "Cybersecurity Mess" talk, explaining why we won't make progress on computer security until we solve several other important items.
Presented April 25, 2012 to the MIT Industrial Liaison Program.
An overview of security and privacy challenges that must be faced and solved when creating new Things for the Internet of Things. We discussed why are Things inherently insecure together with examples of attack vectors and learned some risk mitigation strategies. We realized why should users be wary of Things violating their privacy and gained awareness of upcoming EU privacy legislation that affects providers of IoT-based solutions. Talk given at Pixels Camp 2017, Lisbon.
Bridging the gap between mobile and computer forensicsNina Ananiasvili
Mobile devices are becoming an increasingly integral part of criminal, legal, and regulatory investigations and disclosures.
However, computers and mobile devices are often examined separately by different people, often due to technical and procedural reasons. That can make it almost impossible to identify and review evidence and intelligence across multiple data sources, devices, and crime scenes. Only when we look at all of the devices at the same time will we start to see the complete picture.
In this webinar, we will look at some of the trends and challenges in acquiring and analysis mobile devices and will discuss:
- What we can expect to recover from mobile devices today
- What this data looks like when reviewed using Nuix
- Techniques and workflows for optimising investigations that include mobile devices, computers, and cloud-based evidence.
Why continuous assessment is required. How to keep pace with development and secure constant change. Vulnerability statistics across the fullstack. What are the most common security issues in the web application and host layer.
Cyber Vardzia - Integrated Physical and Cyber Security Systems for GeorgiaDr David Probert
Invited Presentation at the 3rd Georgian IT Innovation & Cybersecurity Conference (GITI) in Tbilisi, Georgia. The presentation focus upon the urgent need to integrate physical and cyber security within a single management team headed by a Chief Security Officer (CSO). The title references - Vardzia - which was a Medieval Georgian Cave Fortress that had extensive physical security and withstood attacks from invaders for many years.
Web security – application security roads to software security nirvana iisf...Eoin Keary
Approaching Web Security, Secure application development and how to fix what matters. A useful talk for application developers and security experts alike.
CyberTerrorism - A case study for Emergency ManagementRicardo Reis
“The premeditated use of disruptive activities, or the threat thereof, against computers and/or networks, with the intention to cause harm or further social, ideological, religious, political or similar objectives. Or to intimidate any person in furtherance of such objectives.”
by Kevin G. Coleman
Similar to YOUR Defence for the TOP 10 Cyber Threats! (14)
Brief article on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning on the Security Sector. We review the fundamentals of AI Security before providing a quick review of key sectors. Finally we provide a speculative set of scenarios for 2030, 2050, 2075 & 2100 regarding the possible future evolution of artificial intelligence. This includes a short assessment of the risks that autonomous AI tools bring that could prove to be an existential risk to Human Life, Culture & Society. This year will be 50 years since I started my own PhD into AI - "Stochastic Machine Learning" at Cambridge University Statistical Laboratory which is part of the Department of Mathematics. Enjoy!
AI & Cybersecurity Tools are being weaponised by National Governments which is already impacting Export Rules & Regulations. This short article opens up an online discussion of some of these contemporary issues which impact us all!
From Hughesovka to Donetsk (Translated to Russian)Dr David Probert
Donetsk, Ukraine is at the core of regional issues between Russia & the West. In the 19thC my Great Great Grandfather worked for 25 years in Hughesovka which was created as an Industrial Public Private Partnership (PPP) between the Russian Government & Welsh Entrepreneur - John Hughes with the "New Russia Company Limited" registered in 1869. This 19thC Company Town was renamed Stalino in 1924 & Donetsk in 1961. Here is the Russian Translation of my Personal Thoughts & Family Story relating to the historical journey from Hughesovka (1870) to Donetsk (2022) .
Some Personal Reflections on the Evolution of the 19thC Industrial Complex set up by John Hughes in 1870 by the New Russia Company in the City known then as Hughesovka and since renamed as Donetsk in Donbas - Eastern Ukraine. The article includes some family history and connections with Donbas and a Personal Postscript & Analysis of current events.
KolaNet 1992-1999 and Beyond! Arctic Environmental Monitoring Networks!Dr David Probert
Invited Presentation at the Plenary Session of the 30th Anniversary Conference of the "Institute of Ecological Problems of the North" - Kola Science Centre - Russian Academy of Sciences - Apatity, Murmansk Region, Russia. The presentation reviews the Multi-National Project that aimed to establish a network to monitor radiation levels (in case of nuclear accident or major leak) around the Kola Atomic Power Station in the Russian Kola Peninsula, the programme included several training courses held in Svahovd Norway as well as the Kola Science Centre, Apatity. The project later extended its mission to include monitoring of other industrial pollution such as sulphur dioxide from the extensive Nickel Smelting Works within the Region @ Nikel & Monchegorsk. The presentation concludes with suggestions for redefining & upgrading the KolaNet Programme for the 21st Century with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, Machine & Deep Learning to research massive databases related to climate change & arctic pollution! We conclude with a review of the KolaNet Lessons noting that the programme was successful due to (1) TeamWork (2) Practical Adaptation & Exploitation of Advanced Technologies (3) International Partnerships across the Nordic Region - Norway, Sweden, Finland & Russia!
Project KolaNet - Rethinking IT Support for the EnvironmentDr David Probert
Presentation given @ Kola Science Centre, Apatity, Russia for the 7th Anniversary Celebration of the Launch of the International KolaNet Project in the Russian Arctic Kola Peninsula ( Russian Lapland ). The Project Mission was to use advanced digital networking, computing and sensor technologies to provide a "quick response" in case of a possible nuclear accident within the Russian Murmansk Region.
Embedding Artificial Intelligence in the EnterpriseDr David Probert
Influential Presentation that was presented during DECVille 1988 @ the Cannes Palais des Congress for Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC). The author introduces the concept of the "Knowledge Lens" which is used to show how Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is now being embedded in enterprise products, software and applications. The talk also discusses the 3 Ages of Computing that span the 1960s to 21st Century. This talk was subsequently used as the basis of a Keynote Speech for the British Computer Society Conference on Expert Systems that was held in Brighton, UK during December 1988.
Presentation Slides from the Digital Business Blueprint (1988) that was used during the late 1980s as the basis for Digital's Business Strategy for Value-Added Networks. This conceptual presentation provided the strategic foundation blocks for the emerging "Knowledge Society". In particular it show how the Computing Industry should migrate from Physical Product Architectures (Space) to those based upon upon Software & Services (Time). The author (David Probert) subsequently established and managed the Internet Business Group for Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) across EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa). David represented DEC on the EARN Management Board (European and Academic Research Networks - subsequently TERENA) from 1991 to 1999.
Alt. GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using ...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
The Art of the Pitch: WordPress Relationships and SalesLaura Byrne
Clients don’t know what they don’t know. What web solutions are right for them? How does WordPress come into the picture? How do you make sure you understand scope and timeline? What do you do if sometime changes?
All these questions and more will be explored as we talk about matching clients’ needs with what your agency offers without pulling teeth or pulling your hair out. Practical tips, and strategies for successful relationship building that leads to closing the deal.
State of ICS and IoT Cyber Threat Landscape Report 2024 previewPrayukth K V
The IoT and OT threat landscape report has been prepared by the Threat Research Team at Sectrio using data from Sectrio, cyber threat intelligence farming facilities spread across over 85 cities around the world. In addition, Sectrio also runs AI-based advanced threat and payload engagement facilities that serve as sinks to attract and engage sophisticated threat actors, and newer malware including new variants and latent threats that are at an earlier stage of development.
The latest edition of the OT/ICS and IoT security Threat Landscape Report 2024 also covers:
State of global ICS asset and network exposure
Sectoral targets and attacks as well as the cost of ransom
Global APT activity, AI usage, actor and tactic profiles, and implications
Rise in volumes of AI-powered cyberattacks
Major cyber events in 2024
Malware and malicious payload trends
Cyberattack types and targets
Vulnerability exploit attempts on CVEs
Attacks on counties – USA
Expansion of bot farms – how, where, and why
In-depth analysis of the cyber threat landscape across North America, South America, Europe, APAC, and the Middle East
Why are attacks on smart factories rising?
Cyber risk predictions
Axis of attacks – Europe
Systemic attacks in the Middle East
Download the full report from here:
https://sectrio.com/resources/ot-threat-landscape-reports/sectrio-releases-ot-ics-and-iot-security-threat-landscape-report-2024/
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
Sudheer Mechineni, Head of Application Frameworks, Standard Chartered Bank
Discover how Standard Chartered Bank harnessed the power of Neo4j to transform complex data access challenges into a dynamic, scalable graph database solution. This keynote will cover their journey from initial adoption to deploying a fully automated, enterprise-grade causal cluster, highlighting key strategies for modelling organisational changes and ensuring robust disaster recovery. Learn how these innovations have not only enhanced Standard Chartered Bank’s data infrastructure but also positioned them as pioneers in the banking sector’s adoption of graph technology.
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges – from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
Elevating Tactical DDD Patterns Through Object CalisthenicsDorra BARTAGUIZ
After immersing yourself in the blue book and its red counterpart, attending DDD-focused conferences, and applying tactical patterns, you're left with a crucial question: How do I ensure my design is effective? Tactical patterns within Domain-Driven Design (DDD) serve as guiding principles for creating clear and manageable domain models. However, achieving success with these patterns requires additional guidance. Interestingly, we've observed that a set of constraints initially designed for training purposes remarkably aligns with effective pattern implementation, offering a more ‘mechanical’ approach. Let's explore together how Object Calisthenics can elevate the design of your tactical DDD patterns, offering concrete help for those venturing into DDD for the first time!
Transcript: Selling digital books in 2024: Insights from industry leaders - T...BookNet Canada
The publishing industry has been selling digital audiobooks and ebooks for over a decade and has found its groove. What’s changed? What has stayed the same? Where do we go from here? Join a group of leading sales peers from across the industry for a conversation about the lessons learned since the popularization of digital books, best practices, digital book supply chain management, and more.
Link to video recording: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/selling-digital-books-in-2024-insights-from-industry-leaders/
Presented by BookNet Canada on May 28, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Dr. Sean Tan, Head of Data Science, Changi Airport Group
Discover how Changi Airport Group (CAG) leverages graph technologies and generative AI to revolutionize their search capabilities. This session delves into the unique search needs of CAG’s diverse passengers and customers, showcasing how graph data structures enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated search results, mitigating the risk of “hallucinations” and improving the overall customer journey.
A tale of scale & speed: How the US Navy is enabling software delivery from l...sonjaschweigert1
Rapid and secure feature delivery is a goal across every application team and every branch of the DoD. The Navy’s DevSecOps platform, Party Barge, has achieved:
- Reduction in onboarding time from 5 weeks to 1 day
- Improved developer experience and productivity through actionable findings and reduction of false positives
- Maintenance of superior security standards and inherent policy enforcement with Authorization to Operate (ATO)
Development teams can ship efficiently and ensure applications are cyber ready for Navy Authorizing Officials (AOs). In this webinar, Sigma Defense and Anchore will give attendees a look behind the scenes and demo secure pipeline automation and security artifacts that speed up application ATO and time to production.
We will cover:
- How to remove silos in DevSecOps
- How to build efficient development pipeline roles and component templates
- How to deliver security artifacts that matter for ATO’s (SBOMs, vulnerability reports, and policy evidence)
- How to streamline operations with automated policy checks on container images
Encryption in Microsoft 365 - ExpertsLive Netherlands 2024Albert Hoitingh
In this session I delve into the encryption technology used in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview. Including the concepts of Customer Key and Double Key Encryption.
PHP Frameworks: I want to break free (IPC Berlin 2024)Ralf Eggert
In this presentation, we examine the challenges and limitations of relying too heavily on PHP frameworks in web development. We discuss the history of PHP and its frameworks to understand how this dependence has evolved. The focus will be on providing concrete tips and strategies to reduce reliance on these frameworks, based on real-world examples and practical considerations. The goal is to equip developers with the skills and knowledge to create more flexible and future-proof web applications. We'll explore the importance of maintaining autonomy in a rapidly changing tech landscape and how to make informed decisions in PHP development.
This talk is aimed at encouraging a more independent approach to using PHP frameworks, moving towards a more flexible and future-proof approach to PHP development.