Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity
Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity
SAIF ALAM
21BCAB55
Introduction to AI and
Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the field of cybersecurity, providing
advanced capabilities for threat detection and security analytics. This
presentation will explore the applications, challenges, and best practices of
implementing AI in cybersecurity.
Understanding Artificial
Intelligence (AI)
1 Threat Detection
AI is used to detect and respond to potential threats in real-time, improving the overall
security posture of organizations.
2 Security Automation
Automation of security processes through AI helps reduce the time to detect and
respond to security incidents.
3 Anomaly Detection
AI tools can identify unusual patterns and behaviors within network traffic, aiding in the
early detection of cyber threats.
Machine Learning and AI in
Threat Detection
Supervised Learning Unsupervised Learning
Supervised learning algorithms are Unsupervised learning techniques enable
utilized to train AI models for identifying systems to detect anomalies and
known security threats based on labeled irregularities in network behavior without
data. prior training data.
Deep Learning
Deep learning algorithms, including neural networks, play a crucial role in analyzing complex
security data sets for threat detection.
AI-powered Security Analytics
1 Behavioral Analytics 2 Predictive Analysis
AI analyzes user behavior to identify AI leverages historical data to predict
deviations that could signal potential and prevent future cyber threats and
security risks or breaches. security incidents.
3 Vulnerability Management
AI tools assist in scanning and identifying vulnerabilities within a network, aiding in
proactive risk mitigation.
Challenges and Limitations of AI in
Cybersecurity
Data Privacy Concerns Adversarial Attacks Algorithm Bias
The use of AI raises privacy Cyber attackers can use AI to AI algorithms can inherit
issues, as it involves develop sophisticated attacks biases from the data used for
processing and analyzing that are difficult to detect by training, leading to
large volumes of sensitive traditional security measures. discrimination and inaccurate
data. predictions.
Best Practices for Implementing
AI in Cybersecurity
Data Quality Assurance
Ensure that the data used to train AI models is accurate, representative, and
maintained securely.
Continuous Monitoring
Implement mechanisms for continuous monitoring and validation of AI-driven
security controls and responses.
Cross-disciplinary Collaboration
Encourage collaboration between data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and IT
teams to harness the full potential of AI.
Conclusion and Future Trends
Increased Automation AI's role in automation will expand,
streamlining security operations and response.