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Generative AI – driving business efficiency but also creating new cyber vulnerabilities, with Chris Fisher from Vectra AI

May 27, 2024

Chris Fisher from Vectra AI discusses how generative AI tools are exploited by threat actors, delves into common misconceptions about AI in cyber security, and provides tips on leveraging AI to prioritize and execute threats. The podcast also explores ways for businesses to protect themselves against emerging threats from AI.

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Quick takeaways

Generative AI tools are exploited by threat actors to expedite access to sensitive data, creating new vulnerabilities.

Cyber security professionals can leverage AI to prioritize and execute likely threats efficiently, enhancing overall security measures.

Deep dives

The Evolving Intersection between AI and Cybersecurity

The podcast delves into the increasing importance of the intersection between AI and cybersecurity. Discussing the challenges faced in hiring cybersecurity teams and how leveraging AI tools can enhance security measures in ever-changing environments.

Introduction

2min

Evolution of Cybersecurity and AI Solutions in Business

2min

Exploring the Impact and Risks of Large Language Models in Enterprises

3min

Discussion on Security Vulnerabilities and Threat Actor Tactics in Complex Technologies

2min

AI in Cybersecurity: Enhancing Threat Detection and Response

26min

Enhancing Cybersecurity Preparedness and Response

8min

Enhancing Cybersecurity Operations with Cloud Integration and Endpoint Management

2min

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Chris Fisher, regional director of ANZ at Vectra AI, joins host Liam Garman to unpack how generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are creating new exploits for malicious actors, and how cyber professionals can best prepare for these emerging threats.

Fisher and Garman begin the podcast by examining how threat actors exploit generative AI tools, which are used to drive business efficiency, to expedite access to sensitive data.
Fisher addresses some common misconceptions in cyber security about the use of AI: how effective is AI-generated script? Can it be used to identify zero-days? What does the future of AI look like in cyber security?
The pair then address how cyber security professionals can leverage AI within their own teams to drive efficiency in prioritising and executing likely threats.
They wrap up the podcast with some top tips for businesses to protect themselves against emerging threats emanating from AI.

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Cyber Uncut

Generative AI – driving business efficiency but also creating new cyber vulnerabilities, with Chris Fisher from Vectra AI

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Evolving Intersection between AI and Cybersecurity

Innovative Solutions Addressing Network Security Challenges

Addressing Security Risks Posed by AI Models

The Role of AI in Enhancing Threat Detection and Response

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts