AI and Machine Learning in Cybersecurity

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Overview

Discover how to leverage AI and machine learning for cybersecurity challenges, from anomaly detection to combating ransomware, malware, and phishing, including using large language models.

Syllabus

    - Introduction to AI in Cybersecurity -- Overview of AI and machine learning concepts -- Importance of AI in the cybersecurity landscape - Machine Learning Techniques for Cybersecurity -- Supervised and unsupervised learning methods -- Feature selection and data preprocessing -- Model evaluation and performance metrics - Anomaly Detection -- Types of anomalies in cybersecurity -- Techniques for anomaly detection -- Implementing anomaly detection models - AI Applications in Ransomware Detection -- Understanding ransomware behavior -- Machine learning models for ransomware detection -- Case studies and real-world applications - Malware Analysis with AI -- Static and dynamic analysis of malware -- Machine learning techniques for malware classification -- Advanced threat detection using AI - AI Strategies for Phishing Detection -- Identifying phishing attacks -- Leveraging AI to detect phishing attempts -- Implementations and practical tools - Leveraging Large Language Models for Cybersecurity -- Introduction to large language models (LLMs) -- Using LLMs for threat intelligence and analysis -- Enhancing incident response with LLMs - Ethical Considerations and Challenges -- Addressing biases in AI models -- Ethical use of AI in cybersecurity -- GDPR and data privacy concerns - Hands-on Labs and Projects -- Practical exercises for anomaly detection -- Building models for ransomware and malware detection -- Phishing detection with natural language processing - Conclusion and Future Trends -- Emerging AI technologies in cybersecurity -- Future of AI-driven cybersecurity solutions -- Continuous learning and upskilling resources - Assessment and Certification -- Course project and practical assessment -- Final exam and course certification criteria

Taught by

Kevin Cardwell


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