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Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming penetration testing in this 38-minute conference talk from BSides Edmonton 2025. Learn how AI can automate the entire penetration testing lifecycle, from initial reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning through exploitation, post-exploitation activities, and final reporting. Discover how AI-driven workflows enhance testing efficiency, adapt to dynamic environments, and generate actionable security insights with minimal human oversight. Examine real-world scenarios demonstrating automated pentesting capabilities through live demonstrations, while addressing the ethical considerations and operational challenges of implementing AI in offensive security operations. Understand the governance frameworks, current limitations, and future opportunities for integrating AI-augmented penetration testing into modern cybersecurity practices, providing both technical practitioners and decision-makers with a practical roadmap for adoption.
Syllabus
BSides Edmonton 2025 Automated Pentesting with AI: From Recon to Reporting by Jay Panchal
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