Sohang Sengupta's session on Vulnerability Management and Overall Cybersecurity will provide a comprehensive exploration of how to identify, assess, and address security vulnerabilities within an organization’s IT infrastructure. The session will cover a range of key topics:
1. Vulnerability Management Lifecycle : This will include the process of discovering, evaluating, treating, and reporting vulnerabilities. The importance of continuous monitoring and regular assessments will be highlighted.
2. Risk Assessment and Prioritization : Sohang will explain how to assess the severity of vulnerabilities by examining the potential impact and likelihood of exploitation. Prioritizing high-risk vulnerabilities based on the organization's risk profile will be discussed.
3. Threat Detection Tools and Techniques : Attendees will learn about advanced tools and methodologies for detecting vulnerabilities, including automated scanners, penetration testing, and the role of AI in cybersecurity.
4. Mitigation Strategies : This section will focus on the different strategies for mitigating vulnerabilities, such as patch management, configuration adjustments, and the deployment of security controls like firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
5. Incident Response: Sohang will discuss how organizations can prepare for, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents. This will cover the creation of incident response plans and team coordination during an attack.
6. Best Practices for Cybersecurity Hygiene: The session will cover essential cybersecurity practices that organizations must follow to maintain robust security, such as regular updates, strong access control policies, employee training, and ensuring data encryption.
7. Emerging Cybersecurity Trends and Challenges: Sohang will also delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, including sophisticated attacks like zero-day exploits, ransomware, and phishing, and how organizations can adapt to these threats with modern security frameworks.
Overall, the session will emphasize a proactive approach to cybersecurity, enabling organizations to protect their data, maintain system integrity, and comply with regulatory standards, while staying ahead of emerging threats.
