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SANS 2024 AI Survey: AI and Its Growing Role in Cybersecurity: Lessons Learned and Path Forward

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SANS 2024 AI Survey: AI and Its Growing Role in Cybersecurity: Lessons Learned and Path Forward (PDF, 2.02MB)Published: 10 Sep, 2024
Created by:
Matt EdmondsonMatt Bromiley
Matt Edmondson & Matt Bromiley

This white paper provides a comprehensive look into how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Delving deep into real-world applications, challenges, and the evolution of AI-based threat actors, the paper provides an insight into where we stand and where we are headed.

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Matt Edmondson

Matt Edmondson

Senior Instructor

Matt Edmondson, Senior SANS Instructor, STI faculty, and Founder of Argelius Labs, authored SEC497 and SEC587. A DHS veteran with 11 GIAC certifications and OSCP, he draws on 20 years of investigations to deliver accessible, real-world OSINT training.

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Matt Bromiley

Matt Bromiley

Certified Instructor

Matt Bromiley is a Lead Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie and SANS Certified Instructor. He serves as a GIAC Advisory Board member, a SME for the SANS Security Awareness, and a technical writer for the SANS Analyst Program.

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