6 Oct, 2021
Online
Roundtable on Implementing Digital Transformation – A Case for Cyber Cooperation
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, in partnership with the Observer Research Foundation America and Research ICT Africa, are organizing a Roundtable on Implementing Digital Transformation - A Case for Cyber Cooperation on October 6 at 15:00-16:30 SAST.
This roundtable will focus on refining the understanding of the imperative of inclusive digital transformation and the concomitant security implications and risks of this transformation in Africa. Furthermore, to examine ways in which these concerns can be addressed, speakers will provide examples of initiatives related to SDG 16 and 17 (and other SDG targets) being undertaken in multilateral and multistakeholder cooperation frameworks, that are currently contributing to a more equitable, secure and stable cyberspace.
30 Sep, 2021
Online, Ireland
Virtual Roundtable: “Evolving internationally coordinated strategy to detect ransomware attacks as an international diplomatic and enforcement priority”
In September 2020, The Azure Forum brought together experts from across the globe to examine the nature of malicious cyber-enabled state activity in the healthcare sector during the global pandemic and the policy responses open to states to deal with this behaviour. A number of high-profile ransomware incidents have since occurred globally, such as the Colonial Pipeline and Health Service Executive of Ireland attacks, and use of ransomware targeting Microsoft exchange servers. We are thus revisiting these themes and would like to invite you to join a high-level roundtable discussion on “Evolving internationally coordinated strategy to deter ransomware attacks as an international diplomatic and enforcement priority”.
Thursday 30 September 2021 at 13:00-14:30 (Irish Standard Time).
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28 - 29 Sep, 2021
the Hague, Netherlands (the)
One Conference 2021
The annual international cybersecurity conference "One Conference" will take place this year on Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 September 2021 in the Netherlands.
During the conference, national and international experts from the business community, science and government talk about current developments in the field of cyber security. From technical to policy issues, the conference offers a broad range of topic. Moreover, it not only focuses on mere cyber security, but also on the economic opportunities offered by the cyber domain.
The conference is organized in cooperation between the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, the National Cyber Security Centre and the Municipality in The Hague. In alignment with the One Conference, the city aims to stimulate the exchange of cyber security knowledge, ideas and innovations for a more secure future. ECP, Platform for the Information Society offers support in the logistical organization of the conference.
Normally, this is a two-day conference and consists of a plenary programme, various breakout sessions and an Innovation Floor. Technical topics such as malware detection, incident response, law enforcement cases and less technical subjects, such as public-private partnerships or governance, are discussed. Attention is also given to research from industry and academia. Given the uncertainty involved in organizing large events, the One Conference team is keeping all scenarios open as to the format of this year's conference. We are considering a hybrid format that includes online streaming and on-site sessions with a live audience, within all limits of what can be allowed. More information on the format will be announced at a later date.
28 - 29 Sep, 2021
Online
Kaspersky Security Analyst Summit
The Kaspersky Security Analyst Summit (SAS) is an annual event that attracts high-caliber anti-malware researchers, global law enforcement agencies and CERTs and senior executives from financial services, technology, healthcare, academia and government agencies.
28 Sep, 2021
Rome, Italy
Cybertech Europe
At Cybertech, the health and safety of our attendees is a priority first and foremost. Together with Cybertech Europe's key partners and stakeholders, we have decided to postpone Cybertech Europe to 2021. The dates of Cybertech Europe 2021 will be September 28-29 at La Nuvola Convention Center in Rome.
Cybertech Europe is the flagship event for cybersecurity, business and innovation in Europe. We will continue to bring leading content and business opportunities to the region, and are looking forward to your continued support.
In the meantime, we invite you to stay in touch and take an active part in the Cybertech community through our digital events platform, CybertechLive. For more information on upcoming digital events, please visit https://events.cybertechconference.com/
We thank you for your understanding and we can’t wait to see you at Cybertech Europe 2021 in Rome!
Take part in discussions led by industry trendsetters on topics ranging from the global cyber threat, strategies and solutions for diverse challenges including finance, transportation, utilities, defense, and government to protecting operations, infrastructure and people. From enthusiast to expert, Cybertech Europe offers something for everyone to enjoy.
28 Sep, 2021
Online
C3SA Webinar “Identifying cyber threats and risks in SSA”
Exposure to cyberspace comes with a lot of opportunities and many dangers. Very often, members of the public have challenges identifying the threatening and the risky situations they are exposed to. The aim of this webinar is to describe and explain the main and emerging threats and risks to the lives of individual members of the public, and to suggest ways to identify an attack or a risky situation. The webinar will discuss malware, social engineering, denial of services, and intrusions; with risks ranging from, cybercrime (Fraud, privacy infringements, defacement, and vandalism) cross-border cyber-criminality, cyberterrorism, and cyberwarfare.
Through the various speaker's interventions, the session will discuss and assess key questions around cyber threats, cyber surveillance and cybercrimes in SSA such as the following:
- What are the main cyber threats to general members of the public in SSA? (In different spaces e.g., individual community member, professional, and enjoying leisure)
- What are the main cyber threats to businesses in SSA? (e.g., On-site, and Remote work, trusted professional network, etc.)
- What is the state of cyber-surveillance, cyber espionage, cyberterrorism, and cyber warfare in SSA?
- What are the most frequent cybercrimes and their impacts on SSA people, economies and countries?
The event will take place online the 28th of September at 10:00-12:00 SAST.
23 Sep, 2021
Online
What Future for International Cyber Capacity Building?
23 September 2021 from 14:00-15:30 CEST
Coinciding with the EUISS launching of the EU-funded report on international cyber capacity building trends and scenarios, the EUISS are holding an online event in order to share its findings and discuss its themes. The report “International Cyber Capacity Building: Global Trends and Scenarios” is a first of its kind EU-funded research product to enhance the evidence-base on international cyber capacity building.
The event might be of particular interest to the following stakeholders:
• International stakeholders engaged in cyber capacity building, notably the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise community, donors, partner and beneficiary countries and organisations, international organisations, civil society organisations, and CCB project implementers;
• Digital development stakeholders and programmes engaging in digital transformation cooperation where CCB could be a component or integrated as a cross-cutting issue;
• Relevant EU services and EU Delegations, Cyber Ambassadors of EU Member States, the High-Level Working Party on Cyber Issues, and EU CCB project implementers.
The event will consist of a presentation on the report by co-authors Robert Collett and Nayia Barmpaliou followed by a Debate among expert panellists, with time for Q&A.
21 - 23 Sept, 2021
Online
The Big Cyber Ideas Festival 2021
The second edition of the Big Cyber Ideas Festival is an online event taking place September 21-23, 2021, with the purpose of exploring key questions for cyber security and digital policy in Europe.
The session topics will tackle key questions around cybersecurity journalism, public attribution of cyber operations, and global perspectives on European cyber policy, including:
- Why are cyber operations attributed to states by commercial companies, states, and international organizations such as the EU?
- How are these attributions reported and discussed in national and international media?
- And how do other states – including those at whom such accusations are directed – view European actions?
The festival is part of the European Cyber Conflict Research Initiative (ECCRI): https://eccri.eu/
23 Sep, 2021
Online
Securing our Digital Future
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. EDT
Join Foreign Policy on September 23rd for a new Virtual Dialogue exploring the economic, social, and geopolitical implications of escalating cybersecurity threats and the urgent need for international collaboration to combat them.
Against the backdrop of the 76th UN General Assembly and the proliferation of cyber attacks globally, FP Analytics, in partnership with Microsoft, will unveil a special report exploring how multilateral consensus for norms and rules around cybersecurity could safeguard the digital ecosystem. As recent, high-profile attacks have shown, malicious actors are relentlessly seeking out weaknesses in countries’ and companies’ cyber defenses. According to FP Analytics' report, a united front to defend critical infrastructure, businesses, and government assets will be critical to safeguarding the digital environment for economic growth, national security, and citizens’ privacy.
Microsoft President Brad Smith will join the event along with global thought leaders, policy experts, report contributors, and private sector executives will virtually sit together to share key insights from the report, explore the current state of play of multinational and regional efforts, and discuss ways to facilitate greater multi-stakeholder collaboration in addressing global cyber threats.
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23 Sep, 2021
Online
CENS Webinar “Making Ransomware Pay: Strategies for Taking Back Control”
CENS Webinar "Making Ransomware Pay: Strategies for Taking Back Control"
23 September 2021, 20:00h-21:30h
The recent Kaseya ransomware attacks brought together a formidable combination – a zero-day vulnerability, a supply chain hack and a ransomware encryption programme – that together crippled the delivery of critical and other essential services as well as affected the operations of up to an estimated 1,500 businesses. However, apart from efforts by governments and industry to patch vulnerabilities post-incident and mitigate effects, there appears to be still a relative paucity of effective measures to proactively address the increasingly complex ransomware threats that have arisen recently. Aside from the debate of whether to pay or not to pay, there have also been increasingly strident calls for governments and industry to combine a strong defence while developing proactive policy, legislative and operational levers to address and mitigate the ransomware threat. At the same time, the intersection of government and business interests is an opportunity to enhance collaboration to better address and mitigate the effects of such attacks in future, including in information sharing, investigation, tracing of ransomware payments and where appropriate, the tracking down of the perpetrators.
This webinar will seek to discuss policy, legislative and operational options and avenues for public-private partnership that are available to – and which can be developed by – governments and industry to proactively deal with increasingly sophisticated ransomware threats.
Panellists include: Tom Millar (CISA), David Koh (CSA Singapore), Rachel Falk (CSCRC) and Stéphane Duguin (CyberPeace Institute).
