AI & Penetration Testing: What's the Score?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way organisations work, including how cyber security teams operate.  But despite all the headlines, AI is not a magic solution that can replace skilled security professionals.

This session cuts through the hype and focuses on the reality of AI in security today.  Mike Emery, Senior Security Consultant at URM, will look at where AI is genuinely useful, where its limitations remain, and how it is affecting penetration testing and cyber defence in practice.

What You'll Learn

• What AI can realistically do today and where it still falls short.
• How penetration testing works in the real world and where AI can support the process.
• The truth behind common claims about ‘AI-powered penetration testing’.
• Practical ways AI can help security teams work more efficiently and effectively.
• How AI can be used in a controlled and responsible way to support testing activities.
• How organisations can defend themselves as cyber criminals increasingly adopt AI tools.

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Why Attend?

You'll leave with:

• A clear understanding of AI's strengths and limitations.
• Practical advice on using AI safely and effectively in security-related work.
• Insight into how penetration testing is evolving.
• A balanced view of the risks, opportunities, and challenges AI presents.
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Who Should Attend?

• CISOs and security leaders
• IT and risk managers
• Penetration testers and security engineers
• Technical teams exploring or adopting AI tools

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Reserve Your Place

AI & Penetration Testing: What's the Score? is a concise, practical, and jargon-free session designed to help security professionals understand where AI adds real value, where caution is needed, and what it means for the future of cyber security.