Sayali Paseband
Senior Security Consultant
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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Sayali Paseband is an accompalished cybersecurity expert with a passion for safeguarding the digital landscape. She is currently a Senior Security Consultant at Verisk, previously a Security Consultant at Amazon Web Services, She has over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity and cloud space and has earned over 7 academic degrees in Cybersecurity including Masters in Cybersecurity Analytics, MBA in Information technology Management, Cybersecurity Professional degree from Harvard University, B.Tech, B.S etc,
She is a published author, a youtuber, and has an exceptional ability to translate complex cybersecurity concepts into clear, actionable insights, making her a sought-after professional in the industry.
Audiences can expect a dynamic and engaging session where Sayali takes the stage, where she shares her wealth of knowledge, real-world experience, and practical advice on staying a step ahead in cybersecurity battle.
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Mitigating AI-Driven Fraud in Insurance: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Defense Mechanisms
As the insurance industry increasingly integrates artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency and customer service, it concurrently faces a growing threat from AI-driven fraud. Fraudsters are leveraging advanced AI techniques to exploit vulnerabilities, creating sophisticated challenges for insurers. This paper explores the specific threats posed by AI, including synthetic identities, deepfake technology, and automated social engineering. It highlights vulnerabilities in AI systems, such as adversarial attacks, data poisoning, and algorithmic bias, which can be exploited to perpetrate fraud.
To combat these threats, the paper presents advanced defense mechanisms that go beyond traditional security measures. Key strategies include the use of ensemble learning models, graph-based anomaly detection, and dynamic behavioral profiling for robust fraud detection. Advanced data security measures such as homomorphic encryption, secure multi-party computation (SMPC), and federated learning are recommended to ensure data privacy and integrity. The paper also discusses adversarial defense techniques like adversarial training, Defense-GANs, and certified robustness to protect AI models from manipulation.
Comprehensive monitoring and response strategies, including AI-driven Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), continuous threat intelligence integration, and automated incident response systems, are essential for real-time threat detection and mitigation. Human-AI collaboration through Explainable AI (XAI), hybrid fraud teams, and continuous training ensures effective and transparent fraud prevention. Additionally, the paper emphasizes the importance of ethical AI frameworks, regulatory compliance, and third-party audits to maintain robust AI governance.
Real-world case studies illustrate successful implementations of these advanced security measures, demonstrating significant reductions in fraudulent activities and enhanced protection for the insurance industry.
Redefining Cloud Security with the Power of Blockchain and AI
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud computing, security remains a paramount concern. This paper explores the transformative potential of integrating blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to redefine cloud security. Blockchain’s decentralized and immutable ledger provides a robust framework for tamper-proof data storage and transparent transaction records. Coupled with AI’s advanced pattern recognition and real-time anomaly detection capabilities, this integration offers a comprehensive security solution. Key benefits include enhanced data integrity, decentralized data management, and immediate threat response. By leveraging the strengths of both technologies, we propose a novel approach to fortify cloud infrastructures against emerging cyber threats, ensuring a secure and resilient digital environment.
The Impact of Blockchain on Cloud Security
This session will delve into the symbiotic relationship between blockchain technology and cloud security. In the era of cloud dominance, safeguarding data is vital. Blockchain, beyond cryptocurrencies, serves as a decentralized, immutable ledger, enhancing cloud security through features like audit trails, data integrity, and secure identity management. Automated policies via smart contracts, improved supply chain security, and alignment with Zero Trust principles ensure continuous verification. Blockchain's potential to offer transparency and trust positions it as a revolutionary force in cloud security, this session will guide through careful adoption of blockchain technology to enhance cloud security.
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CSA Global AI Symposium
To keep pace with the breakneck speed of evolving AI tools and technologies, CSA is combining two of our premier 2024 events, SECtember.ai and the virtual AI Summit, into one expanded event: CSA Global AI Symposium. This 3-day virtual event, taking place online October 22-24, 2024, taps into the groundbreaking content developed by AI and security leaders for SECtember.ai, CSA’s flagship event focused on the intersection of generative AI and cloud security.
The Global AI Symposium is a free virtual event, enabling CSA to expand delivery of innovative content by innovative leaders to a vast global audience of cloud security professionals, executive decision makers, and those just beginning their cloud journey. Attendees will hear from experts at the forefront of AI and cloud as they deliver insights into how AI can benefit cybersecurity, how malicious attackers are using it, what guidelines we can follow for responsible usage, and more.
The Global AI Symposium is the industry’s must-attend event to gain a holistic understanding of the future of AI disciplines and receive pragmatic advice on managing risks and gaining benefits from generative AI in the cloud today
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The mission of SECtember, CSA’s annual flagship event, is to change the way the cloud and cybersecurity industry meets. In honor of this vision and in light of the most revolutionary technology ever introduced, this year CSA will host a streamlined version of the SECtember conference to focus on Artificial Intelligence. SECtember.ai dives deep into the intersection between cloud security and generative AI. Held September 10-12, 2024 at the Meydenbauer in Bellevue, WA, SECtember.ai will feature industry innovators to deliver critical tools and best practices necessary to meet the rapidly evolving demands of the most consequential technology of our time.
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For over 25 years, Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference has been the most important gathering of private sector and government attendees dedicated to the digital forensics and computer security industries.
From the comprehensive line up of educational sessions, to the innovative new products on the expo floor. From the relationships forged, to the extensive network of like-minded individuals you will meet and be able to call upon when future challenges arise in your day-to-day work flow – it is clear why this exceptional community continues to come together at Techno to collectively make this world a safer place.
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