Microsoft security exec calls generative AI a ‘super power’ for the field

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In this edition:

• Did You Know

• AI Important Story - Building the AI-Powered Organization

• More Cyber News

• AI in Education Prompt of the Week

• The Intersection in Education

• Generative AI Poll

• Social Media Image of the Week

Did You Know

• Did you know your grandma scrolling Facebook memes is contributing to AI-powered cyber defense? Turns out, even LOLing at cat videos trains algorithms to spot phishing scams.

• Did you know butterflies could hold the key to unbreakable encryption? Researchers are exploring quantum cryptography based on butterfly wing patterns, creating codes as intricate and unique as nature itself.

• Did you know that Brainwaves can act as passwords? Forget typing, future logins might involve EEG headsets. Your unique neural signature could be the ultimate lock, with every thought adding another layer of security.

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Important Story: Microsoft security executive calls generative AI a ‘super power’ for the field

Exec Summary: This is a little older article, but seems very relevant right now. In a recent interview with CNBC’s Jim Cramer, Microsoft security executive Vasu Jakkal emphasized the critical role of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the company’s cybersecurity endeavors.

Generative AI as a Superpower:

• Jakkal described generative AI as a “super power” that enables Microsoft to defend at machine speed and scale. This capability is particularly crucial given the shortage of cybersecurity talent.

• Leveraging generative AI allows Microsoft to stay ahead in the ever-evolving threat landscape.

Positive Impact and Challenges:

• Jakkal emphasized the need to use AI for positive impact, recognizing its potential to elevate human potential.

• Microsoft faces unprecedented threats, with cybercriminals becoming increasingly advanced. For instance, the company encounters four thousand password attacks per second.

• The two primary types of cybersecurity threats are geopolitical espionage and financial cybercrime.

Collaboration and Partnerships:

• Microsoft collaborates extensively across the cybersecurity ecosystem, partnering with 15,000 companies and organizations.

• 300 security vendors build on Microsoft’s platforms, emphasizing the importance of deep collaboration.

• Jakkal highlighted that no single company can combat cyber threats alone; collective efforts are essential.

In summary, Microsoft’s adoption of generative AI as a superpower underscores its commitment to cybersecurity and the ongoing battle against cyber threats, but clearly needs partnerships and collaboration with other security companies to be successful.

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AI in Education Prompt of the Week

AI in Education - Step-by-step instructions to mitigate the impact of an attack prompt:

Act as a world-class cybersecurity analyst specializing in attack mitigation. Given the following context, criteria, and instructions, provide step-by-step instructions to mitigate the impact of a [Type of Attack] attack.

## Context

You are working in a large organization that is under the threat of a [Type of Attack] attack, which has the potential to cause significant damage to the company's systems and data.

## Approach

The approach involves a systematic and thorough response to the attack, focusing on identifying the origin of the attack, implementing immediate containment measures, and restoring the affected systems to normal operation.

## Response Format

The response should be a detailed step-by-step plan, including specific actions to be taken at each stage of the mitigation process.

## Instructions

1. Immediately isolate the affected systems to prevent the spread of the attack.

2. Analyze the attack to understand its nature, including its entry point, propagation method, and potential impact.

3. Notify relevant stakeholders, including the IT security team, management, and law enforcement if necessary.

4. Implement temporary security measures to minimize the attack's impact while investigations are ongoing.

5. Develop a comprehensive plan for restoring affected systems, including data recovery and system reconfiguration.

6. Enhance the organization's security posture by conducting a thorough post-attack review and implementing any necessary changes to prevent future incidents.

7. Keep stakeholders and management informed of the progress at each stage and ensure that all actions are well-documented for future reference.

• Note: Any words in [Word] in brackets like that is a variable that you insert or add. Here is the format to add variable after the prompt: [Word] = Your answer for variable

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The Intersection in Education

Many of these articles highlight the increasing importance of AI and cybersecurity in the field of education and the steps being taken to address the associated challenges.

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