AI's Identity Revolution: Securing Disconnected Apps and Eliminating Human Error with Bel Lepe

Cyber Sentries: AI Insight to Cloud Security

Bel Lepe Reveals How AI Reduces Security Risks By Removing the Human Element

In this episode of Cyber Sentries, host John Richards is joined by Bel Lepe, Co-founder and CEO of Cerby, to explore how removing the human factor through automation can dramatically decrease an organization's attack surface. John and Bel dive into the transformative potential of AI in identity and access management, especially for applications that don't support modern security protocols.

Bel shares his insights on the current state of identity security and how Cerby is tackling the challenge of securing disconnected apps at scale. He explains how generative AI enables Cerby to build and maintain integrations for thousands of apps without relying on standards. The discussion also touches on emerging trends in identity, including the fragmentation of identity across multiple platforms and the growing threat of AI-powered impersonation attacks.

Questions we answer in this episode:

• How can AI reduce security risks by removing the human element?
• What are the key challenges in securing apps that don't support modern identity protocols?
• How will the rise of AI shape the future of identity security?

Key Takeaways:

• The majority of security incidents are caused by human error
• AI allows custom integrations to be built at scale without relying on standards
• Multi-factor authentication is crucial for protecting against emerging threats

Whether you're a security professional looking to stay ahead of the curve or a business leader seeking to understand the impact of AI on your organization's security posture, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to learn how AI is revolutionizing identity and access management and what you can do to safeguard your organization in the face of evolving threats.

Links & Notes

• Learn more about Cerby
• Learn more about Paladin Cloud
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• (00:00) - Welcome to Cyber Sentries
• (01:03) - Meet Bel Lepe
• (02:42) - Validating the Problem
• (04:07) - The Problem
• (06:32) - Their Approach
• (08:24) - Scaling
• (10:38) - Looking to the Future
• (15:32) - The Future of Identity
• (22:25) - Building Better Awareness
• (23:46) - Wrap Up