Professor Ts. Dr. Madihah Mohd Saudi is a pioneering force in cybersecurity and education. As a Professor in the Information Security & Assurance (ISA) Programme, Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Malaysia, she drives innovation in both realms. Her tenure as USIM's former Chief Information Officer underscores her visionary integration of technology and education. With a remarkable career spanning over 20 years, Prof. Madihah has authored numerous books, strategic plans, and impactful journal papers. She holds esteemed positions worldwide, including Honorary Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Bristol's CyberSecurity Group and Visiting Professor roles at prominent institutions in Indonesia and Uzbekistan. A member of influential organizations like IEEE Computer Society, she excels in cybersecurity and machine learning. Her educational journey, from a BSc(Hons) in Computer Science to a PhD in Computer Security, combined with certifications like GSEC and CEH, reflects her commitment to expertise. Prof. Madihah's influence resonates across borders, shaping a brighter future in cybersecurity and education. Her legacy of knowledge, mentorship, and global collaboration continues to guide aspiring minds and professionals alike. Her research interests are malware, mobile security and data privacy.

Title: Cyber Risk and Resilience for Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Sectors: Are We Ready?

Abstract: Technology advancement and cybersecurity exploitation in Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) sectors such as national defense and security, banking, energy, water and healthcare industries have increased over the past years. We are having a hard time safeguarding CNII sectors and implementing technology adoption due to the rise of different types of cybersecurity exploitations such as malware, insider threats, ransomware, denial-of-service (DoS), identity theft, and phishing. Hence, the speaker presents the identified cybersecurity exploitation corresponding risk factors that triggered the attacks against CNII sectors and suggestions for cyber resilience. Case studies on energy, water, and banking exploitation by the malware will be presented during this session. The experiment was conducted in a controlled lab environment with open-source tools and by using hybrid analysis.

Dr. Muhammad Ikram holds the position of Senior Lecturer within the School of Computing at Macquarie University. He earned his Ph.D. degree from the University of New South Wales in 2018, and his academic journey has encompassed various prestigious roles and affiliations. He served as a joint Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, splitting his tenure between the University of Michigan in the United States and the Cyber Security Hub at Macquarie University. Dr. Ikram's current research endeavors revolve around substantial areas, notably large-scale measurements, analytics, and the critical examination of security and privacy matters within web and mobile platforms. In recent years, his focus has centered on the development of techniques harnessing machine-learning algorithms to combat security and privacy challenges, as well as enhancing fraud detection mechanisms tailored for online services. His research accomplishments are well-documented through a multitude of publications in renowned conferences such as USENIX Security Symposium, NDSS, PETS, and IMC, as well as in respected journals, including BMJ and ACM TOPS. Notably, his research contributions have garnered attention from various news and media outlets, reaching a global audience of millions.

Title: Analyzing vulnerabilities and security issues in mobile applications

Abstract: Mobile applications that actively monitor network connections pose substantial security and privacy risks to users. During this presentation, our primary focus will be on methodologies for assessing and scrutinizing potential weaknesses and security concerns inherent in mobile applications. We will provide an overview of the security issues we've identified, along with the vulnerabilities that can expose mobile devices to an array of potential threats, encompassing data exposure, remote command execution, and denial-of-service attacks. It is worth noting that we have responsibly disclosed these identified vulnerabilities and received acknowledgments from relevant vendors.

Dr Bernardi Pranggono is an Associate Professor in Cyber Security and Computer Networks at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK. He has a B.Eng. degree in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from Waseda University, Japan, an M.DigComms degree in Digital Communications from Monash University, Australia, and a Ph.D. degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from the University of Leeds, UK. He has previously held academic and research positions at Sheffield Hallam University, Glasgow Caledonian University, Queen's University Belfast, and the University of Leeds. He has held industrial positions at Oracle, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Accenture, and Telstra. His current research interests include cybersecurity, the Internet of Things, and green ICT. Dr Pranggono has co-authored over 45 papers in leading international conferences and journals and contributed to four book chapters. He is an associate editor in Frontiers of Computer Science and Frontiers in Communications and Networks. Dr Pranggono is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) and a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). He is the current Chair of SIG-Industrial IoT Networks, IEEE Internet of Things, Ad Hoc and Sensor Networks (IoT-AHSN) Technical Committee.

Title: Securing the Internet of Things: Challenges, Strategies, and Future Directions

Abstract: The Internet of Things (IoT) has rapidly evolved, connecting a wide range of devices, from smart homes and industrial machines to healthcare systems and autonomous vehicles. This interconnectedness has ushered in unprecedented opportunities and conveniences, but it has also introduced significant cybersecurity and privacy challenges. In this talk, we will explore the dynamic landscape of IoT security and privacy, examining the key challenges, effective strategies, and future directions for ensuring the safety and privacy of IoT ecosystems.