LABScon 2023: Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Research in Real Time

LABScon 2023 was a gathering of the world’s leading cybersecurity experts, where they shared their latest research and insights. The conference was held in Scottsdale, Arizona, and featured keynotes and presentations from esteemed threat researchers and cybersecurity professionals.

Elizabeth Wharton started the conference with a deep dive into how legal systems are manipulated by powerful entities to hinder cybercrime prosecutions. Adam Rawnsley then presented on the Iranian company that’s powering Russia’s drone war on Ukraine.

Tom Hegel from SentinelLabs revealed a broader effort by China-backed threat groups to expand their influence into Africa and other less monitored regions. Kristin Del Rosso and Matt Devost shared their insights on using data leaks to learn more about adversaries in their talk titled “Ghost in the Breach: Using breach intelligence to hunt hidden Russian assets”.

The conference also featured discussions on AI, with DARPA’s Perri Adams and Gabriel Bernadett-Shapiro discussing AI, Cyber Defense, and Incentivizing Innovation. Eoin Wickens provided a fascinating talk on AI tech in his presentation “Rage Against the machine (learning): A cross section of attacks on AI systems”.

LABScon 2023 was not just about presentations, but also about fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among the cybersecurity community. The conference was a success thanks to the participation of all the talented researchers and speakers. For more detailed information on the talks, you can visit the SentinelOne website.