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Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity: A New Era of Defense

Is AI a pain and hassle for Cyber professionals or can it be leveraged for better Cyber defense?
By Daniel Wilfred Chandolu aka Danny Wilfred, Principal Cybersecurity Architect, Providence St.
Joseph Health

Artificial Intelligence has been a game-changer today in various fields, and cybersecurity is no exception.
As cyber threats become more advanced and sophisticated, traditional methods of defense are proving
to be inadequate. This is where AI can be leveraged in building innovative solutions to protect our digital
assets.

The Role of AI in Cybersecurity

AI tools focussed on cybersecurity can analyse vast amounts of event data at an incredible speed,
identifying patterns and anomalies that could indicate a potential cyber threat. This ability to process and
analyse data is particularly useful in detecting zero-day vulnerabilities, which are unknown flaws in
software that threat actors can exploit.

AI can also automate routine tasks, freeing up cybersecurity professionals to focus on more complex
issues where human intervention is needed. For instance, AI can automate the process of patching
vulnerabilities, reducing the window of opportunity for hackers.

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