Anand Oswal

Tom Hollingsworth, a tech commentator from the Futurum Group, joins Anand Oswald, Senior VP at Palo Alto Networks, to discuss riveting developments in AI and security. They delve into the emerging risks associated with AI technologies, such as prompt injection attacks, and emphasize the necessity for robust security measures. The conversation also highlights AWS Transform's new AI agent designed for seamless VMware migration, while examining Cisco's growing AI infrastructure initiatives and their implications for cybersecurity.

Anand Oswal, Senior VP and General Manager at Palo Alto Networks, breaks down the pressing security challenges presented by AI technologies. He discusses how emerging AI applications can introduce new risks, emphasizing the importance of a structured security strategy. The conversation navigates the complexities of AI agent permissions and the potential pitfalls of over-permitting. Oswal also highlights Palo Alto Networks' Prisma AIRS, designed to safeguard AI applications, and the innovative capabilities of Prisma Access Browser in combating sophisticated malware.

Anand Oswal, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Network Security at Palo Alto Networks, shares insights on the intersection of AI and cybersecurity. He discusses the rapid rise of AI in businesses and its associated risks, including data exposure and unauthorized applications, known as 'shadow AI.' Anand stresses the importance of securing AI applications by design and balancing security with productivity. He advocates for a platform-centric security strategy to effectively protect sensitive data and tackle the complexities of AI threats.