Nov 2023 Meetup: 2 speakers on mobile app security and API security

We have 2 awesome speakers for our last meetup of 2023!

First topic: "Fortifying the Front Lines: Safeguarding Mobile Applications Against Layer 7 Threats and Exploits."

Synopsis:
In an era dominated by mobile technology, the security of mobile applications is paramount. With the banking industry implementing new measures, such that restricting users from having certain applications on their devices which they use for sensitive transactions, we explore if these are viable solutions or just a stop-gap measure until the next round of attacks show up on victim's devices.

This presentation delves into the intricate landscape of advanced mobile security attacks that pose significant risks to mobile platforms. We explore the evolving nature of mobile malware, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to fortify applications against advanced attacks.

1st Presenter: Pishu Mahtani, Ex-DART

Second topic: "Understanding API Security problems"

Synopsis: It’s no surprise that API adoption is growing rapidly. The reality is that new business innovation and services are powered by APIs. But the rush to innovate is leaving security teams struggling to understand the very real security risks that APIs pose. Today, APIs carry vast amounts of data and are increasingly targets in data breaches.

This talk delves into common API security concerns and the importance of API Discovery. It highlights the key needs for an API security tool to detect API abuses and the importance of having a data lake for threat hunting.

2nd Presenter: Chao Yin Loong, Senior Solutions Engineer at Akamai Technologies

Many thanks to Akamai for sponsoring the venue and pizzas! Come early, enjoy free pizzas and inter-mingle with AppSec enthusiasts.