Director and Adjunct Professor - American University
Senior Partner, Law & Forensics LLC
Professor - Brigham Young University School of Law
Counsel – Mayer Brown
Partner and Chair of North America Trade Secret Practice, Baker McKenzie
Partner at Zeichner Ellman & Krause LLP
Director, Naval Academy Center for Cyber Security Studies
Partner | Cybersecurity and Privacy litigation | Class Action at Orrick
Grace Hopper Chair of Cyber Security, and Senior Cyber Scholar, Cyber Innovation and Policy Inst at US Naval War College, Strategic and Operational Research Dept
This panel provides an overview of the rapidly evolving realm of cyber warfare, exploring how malicious digital operations can disrupt critical infrastructure and national defense. Topics include the foundational concepts of cyber conflict, key threat actors, legal frameworks (e.g., the Tallinn Manual on the International Law Applicable to Cyber Warfare), and emerging attack vectors. Panelists will discuss real-world case studies, highlight ethical considerations, and offer practical insights for defense strategies in an increasingly interconnected world.
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, CISOs must not only defend against sophisticated, state-sponsored threats but also collaborate with legal teams and align security policies with core business objectives. This panel brings together experienced CISOs to share battle-tested strategies for handling advanced persistent threats (APTs), navigating complex legal/compliance frameworks, and maintaining executive-level support. Attendees will gain actionable insights into effectively mitigating risks while preserving business continuity and fostering a resilient security culture.
This panel provides an in-depth look at how three key players—North Korea, Israel, and China—shape today’s cyber warfare landscape. Experts will compare the strategic motivations, offensive capabilities, and defensive postures of each state, highlighting prominent case studies and tactics employed. Attendees will gain a nuanced understanding of the evolving global threats, their geopolitical implications, and potential frameworks for mitigating state-sponsored cyberattacks.
As cyberattacks grow in frequency and complexity, the insurance sector is rapidly evolving to address emerging threats. This panel examines how insurers are assessing, underwriting, and pricing cyber risk in light of regulatory, legal, and technical challenges. Industry experts will discuss current trends in cyber insurance products, policy exclusions, incident response coverage, and real-world case studies. Attendees will gain insights into effectively navigating policy options and mitigating financial exposure through proactive risk management.