AI vs. Cyber Threats: The Future of Ethical Hacking

AI-driven tools introduce both significant opportunities and challenges to enhance penetration testing capabilities—a topic Don Warden II explored in depth in the third episode of the CEH webinar series. In the webinar, Don discussed how AI is reshaping the field of ethical hacking and the various ways AI-driven tools support cybersecurity professionals in detecting vulnerabilities in real-time, addressing attacks, and streamlining responses through predictive analytics and automation. He also provided valuable insights into best practices for integrating AI into penetration testing and highlighted the future of AI in strengthening the defense of digital systems. Don Warden II is the Director of Incident Response at Cyber Guards, bringing over 30 years of expertise in digital forensics, cyber threat intelligence, and incident management. He has successfully handled complex cases, including ransomware incidents and cyber extortion, holds advanced certifications like Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Cyber Security Analyst (CCSA), and is also a pioneer in leveraging AI-driven approaches for cybersecurity. The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification from the EC-Council is the world’s number one ethical hacking certification. It is highly regarded for preparing cybersecurity professionals to adopt a hacker mindset and is now enhanced by AI capabilities. The CEH provides in-depth training in advanced techniques, tools, and strategies, making it a valuable qualification for both employers and government entities. Register for our upcoming webinars: https://www.eccouncil.org/cybersecurity-exchange/cyber-talks/ If you missed the first and second episodes, watch them here. Episode 1: https://youtu.be/8P7vuTcqj4E Episode 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovWfpvI8PNI&t=2s 0:00 Webinar Overview 0:41 Introducing Our Keynote Speaker 1:33 Speaker's Presentation 20:41 Introduction to EC Council C|EH Program 39:15 Engaging Q&A Session 46:41 Thank You Message #AIForEthicalHacking #AIPoweredHacking #AIInCybersecurity #ECCouncil #CEH #EthicalHacking #AIInEthicalHacking #AIInCertification #Cybersecurity #CyberAwareness