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Topic: Defending Against the Human Risk Factor: Limiting Exposure to Social Engineering and User Error

Modern cyber-attacks don't begin with malware or zero-day exploits, first they have to get access to the environment. The majority of today's cyber attacks target people as their ticket in the door, not infrastructure. Social engineering attacks succeed by exploiting normal user behavior and predictable mistakes, often bypassing traditional security controls, while user error and data misuse leaves sensitive information vulnerable to attackers and removes visibility from the technical team.

This session breaks down modern social engineering techniques, why legacy training falls short, and what security teams can do to protect against these increasing threats. Attendees will leave with practical, modern strategies for limiting the impact of user-driven failures.

Key takeaways:

• How social engineering has evolved with GenAI
• Common strategies attackers use (phishing, impersonation, BEC)
• How user mistakes translate into real incidents and business impact
• How to defend social engineering attacks using AI and advanced technologies
• Using technical controls to prevent data misuse and policy violations with DLP

Agenda:

2:30 pm Check In

3:00 pm-4:00 pm Presentation/Discussion

4:00 pm Stay for Golf Simulator and network (Drinks/Light Appies)

When:
Wednesday, March 18
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET

Where: Pease Golf Course (Grill 28)
200 Grafton Dr
Portsmouth, NH 03801