Cloud Security Podcast Cloud Security Evolved: From CNAPP to AI Threats
May 15, 2025
Elad Koren, Vice President of Product Management at Palo Alto Networks, shares his expertise on the fast-paced evolution of cloud security. He discusses the shift from traditional tools to the necessity of cloud-aware Security Operations Centers. The conversation dives into the dual role of AI, empowering both attackers and defenders. Elad emphasizes the importance of AI governance and offers practical tips for organizations navigating their cloud adoption journey, from securing code early on to ensuring comprehensive infrastructure visibility.
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Elad Koren's Cybersecurity Journey
- Elad Koren shared his two decades in cybersecurity, starting from Israeli military duty to startups and RSA security.
- He joined Palo Alto Networks to secure cloud as companies rapidly migrate there.
Cloud Adoption's Big Shift
- Fifteen years ago, cloud adoption was rare and seen as risky, especially by financial institutions.
- Today, critical infrastructure and major banks operate in the cloud, showing a big shift.
Cloud Accelerates Business Speed
- Cloud enabled organizations to speed up time to market drastically compared to traditional infrastructures.
- Security had to evolve quickly to keep pace with the fast cloud adoption and digital transformation fueled by AI.