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PATCHING GOES PATCHLESS – Join Qualys’ innovative CEO, Sumedh Thakar, to hear his “Patchless” vision and this revolutionary new approach. Make sure you stay until the end!
Learn how industry leaders approach patch management best practices
Patch management is a continually shifting target that requires IT and Security teams to align their priorities—a task easier said than done. Merely conducting scans and passing the information to another department, expecting them to take action, is untenable. Therefore, CISOs and CIOs need an actionable, risk-based approach to reduce the risk of exploitable vulnerabilities and prioritize their most critical assets within their digital environments.
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to hear top industry experts share insider tips on what IT and security leaders need to know to protect their entire IT environment from growing threats with cutting-edge patch management strategies.
Key topics:
- Enhancing Federal Browser Security
- The ROI of Patch Management
- Aligning ITOps & Security Priorities
- When Patching Isn’t Enough
- Patchless Patching: Flexible, Immediate, Secure
July 31, 2024
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT
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Join us at the next Cyber Risk Series to learn how to protect your entire IT environment from growing threats with effective patch management.
Featuring
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Sumedh Thakar
President and CEO
Qualys
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Graham Cluley
Smashing Security
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Sean Atkinson
CISO
Center for Internet Security
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Satish Machaiah
Associate Practice Manager
InfoSys
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Jonathan Trull
CISO
Qualys
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Matthew Figueroa
Senior Security Engineer
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Adam Gray
CTO
Novacoast
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Derek Fisher
Product Security, Enterprise Security & Risk Management
Published Author
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Eran Livne
Senior Director, Product Management, Remediation
Qualys
Agenda
9:00 AM PT
Welcome to the Cyber Risk Series!
Join us as we delve into remediation and patching and sessions packed with expert insights, thoughtful discussions, and actionable strategies.
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Graham Cluley
Smashing Security
9:10 AM PT
Unlocking New Frontiers in Cyber Risk Elimination
Five years ago, Sumedh Thakar revolutionized the industry by merging vulnerability management with patching, enabling organizations to streamline and expedite threat remediation. Now, he’s back to kick off the Cyber Risk Series with groundbreaking new strategies to further reduce risk exposure. Are you wondering what innovative solutions he has in store? Don’t miss this captivating session to find out!
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Sumedh Thakar
President and CEO
Qualys
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9:30 AM PT
Balancing Risks, Rewards, and Remediation
Proactive patch management is crucial for balancing threat mitigation and business continuity. Reactive patching exposes organizations to vulnerabilities and disrupts operations.
In this session, Sean will discuss approaches to integrating risk assessment with patch management to achieve:
- A comprehensive approach to identifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities
- Streamlined communication between IT and security teams
- Strategic decision-making on when and when not to patch, minimizing business disruption
- Analyze industry data on patching to evaluate its effectiveness and impact
Discover how this risk-based framework ensures sustainable, effective patch management, aligning IT operations and security priorities to stay ahead in a constantly evolving threat landscape.
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Sean Atkinson
CISO
Center for Internet Security
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10:00 AM PT
Scaling Security: Managing 300,000 Endpoints and Remediating 85% of Threats in 5 Days
Hybrid workplaces are now the norm, presenting new daily cybersecurity challenges. Managing 300,000 endpoints and 20,000 services globally, one organization ensures their data and brand remain secure amid rising malware and ransomware attacks. Join us for a fireside chat between Satish Machaiah, Associate Practice Manager, and Jonathan Trull, CISO & SVP Customer Solutions Strategy at Qualys, to explore how defenses have been fortified, vulnerabilities eliminated, and cyber insurance costs reduced through strategic automation and seamless IT-security collaboration.
Key Takeaways:
- Integrated Security Strategies: Gain insights into aligning IT and security teams, fostering a unified approach to reducing vulnerabilities.
- Building a Security Culture: Learn how to cultivate a robust security culture, enhancing overall resilience.
- Automation in Cybersecurity: Discover how leveraging patch management can remediate 80 to 85% of critical security updates within 4 to 5 days.
- Cost Reduction Methods: Understand how proactive risk management and enhanced security measures can significantly reduce cyber insurance costs.
Join us to explore a forward-thinking cybersecurity approach, the journey in building a cohesive security culture, and how your organization can enhance its security posture in an evolving threat landscape.
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Satish Machaiah
Associate Practice Manager
InfoSys
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Jonathan Trull
CISO
Qualys
10:30 AM PT
Your Tools Are Failing: Navigating the Fine Line Between Success and Vulnerability
Traditional EPP often fall short as cyber threats evolve. Join industry expert Adam Gray from Novacoast to explore critical cybersecurity challenges modern organizations face and discover how advanced solutions can strengthen your defenses.
- The financial impact of cybercrime, comprehensive data collection for threat detection, and browser and endpoint security.
- The effectiveness of AV/EDR solutions, supply chain vulnerabilities, and essential data for improving security posture.
Learn how to transform your cybersecurity strategy for robust protection and enhance your organization’s resilience.
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Adam Gray
CTO
Novacoast
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11:00 AM PT
Building A Culture of Communication and Resilience
Learn how this leader in the private aviation space has strengthened its defenses, eliminated 100,000 vulnerabilities, and achieved a 35% reduction in cyber insurance costs while boosting operational efficiency.
Key Takeaways:
- Automation in Cybersecurity: Discover how we utilize automation tools for efficient vulnerability detection and management, enhancing overall security processes
- Vulnerability Reduction Strategies: Gain insights into the advanced scanning tools, integrated security platforms, and predictive analytics that have significantly decreased our vulnerabilities
- Cost Reduction Methods: Understand the correlation between improved security measures and reduced cyber insurance costs through proactive risk management
Register now to explore this proactive cybersecurity approach and learn how to enhance your organization’s security posture in an ever-evolving threat landscape.
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Matthew Figueroa
Senior Security Engineer
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James Lowery
Director of Information Security
11:30 AM PT
Mitigating Risks in Healthcare: The Role of Exploitability in Patch Management
Understanding and mitigating cybersecurity risks is crucial for patient and organizational security in the healthcare sector. Join Derek Fisher as he explores the concept of exploitability and its impact on healthcare organizations. Learn how to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities by focusing on their actual risk to your organization. This session will cover:
- Balancing risk by using exploitability to determine which vulnerabilities need immediate attention.
- Building efficient workflows for remediation, ensuring critical vulnerabilities are addressed promptly.
- Overcoming challenges in healthcare, such as limited budgets, legacy systems, and low-tech adoption.
Discover how a strategic patch management approach can enhance healthcare security and operational efficiency.
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Derek Fisher
Product Security, Enterprise Security & Risk Management
Published Author
11:45 AM PT
Proactive Risk Mitigation Through IT and Security Alignment
Join us as we share best practices on how organizations of every size can significantly reduce risk.
This session will cover:
- Discover the steps needed to improve your communication with IT and ensure that you haven’t deployed one patch too many that resulted in unnecessary downtime
- Learn how to automate patch management where it makes sense
Attendees gain actionable insights and practical strategies for aligning IT and security teams, optimizing resilience, and minimizing security risks across your organization.
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Eran Livne
Senior Director, Product Management, Remediation
Qualys
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12:10 PM PT
Patching Goes Patchless: Introducing a New Approach to Risk Reduction
Join us for the unveiling of Qualys’ latest innovation taking remediation beyond patching.
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Eran Livne
Senior Director, Product Management, Remediation
Qualys
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