LSU Cybersecurity Seminar: AI, Automation, and IoT

Business owners, IT pros and anyone who depends on computers for work need to join the SBDC and LSU Cyber Clinic as we conclude cybersecurity awareness month with three sessions to keep you safe.

Guardians of Reality: Cyber Defense Against AI Deception

Generative AI is now being weaponized to create sophisticated deepfakes, autonomous phishing, and next-level social engineering attacks. This session reveals the strategic and technical defenses required to secure your business against AI-powered deception. You'll learn about emerging AI-native security tools and essential verification protocols to ensure digital trust and protect your assets from the blurring lines between reality and fabrication.

Cyber Hygiene Governance: Managing Business Risk With Automation and AI

Poor cyber hygiene is the root cause of most breaches. Discover how to transition from chaotic manual efforts to a continuously compliant system using AI and automation. This session provides a practical roadmap for leveraging intelligent tools for rapid vulnerability assessment, asset management, and policy enforcement. Learn to implement a data-driven governance framework that significantly reduces human error and proactively lowers your overall business risk.

Smile! You are on camera! How IoT Devices Can Welcome Unwelcome Guests

Every smart thermostat, camera, and sensor is a new, often overlooked, entry point for attackers. The Internet of Things (IoT) expands where you can be attacked. This session explores common vulnerabilities such as default credentials. We'll provide a clear methodology for securing and monitoring your IoT ecosystem and stop "smart" devices from giving an open invitation to cyber intruders.