Exploring new-age cybersecurity: Ethical hacking and bug bounties

Today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape calls for organizations to adopt robust cybersecurity practices. In the first episode on our special podcast series on ‘Navigating cyber threats’, we delve into the world of cybersecurity during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. We explore two vital trends in cybersecurity: Ethical hacking and bug bounty programs with Rajesh Kumar D, Cybersecurity Consulting Partner, EY India.

Tune in as he shares valuable insights on how individuals can pursue a lucrative career in this dynamic industry and discusses the role of AI and automation in expanding the horizons of ethical hacking and ways to identify vulnerabilities in the ever-important supply chain.

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In conversation with:

Rajesh Kumar

Rajesh Kumar D
EY India Cybersecurity Consulting Partner

Key takeaways

Ethical hacking and bug bounty programs are increasingly becoming essential to counter cyber threats.
AI and automation are transforming the field of ethical hacking, offering new opportunities and challenges for cybersecurity professionals.
The future of ethical hacking lies in domain expertise, remote work, and innovative approaches to defend against evolving cyber threats.

Ethical hacking requires a unique skill set. That is why organizations today have tie-ups with automobile manufacturers, medical device manufacturers, etc., to test their software at an early stage of the software development lifecycle.

EY India Cybersecurity Consulting Partner

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Duration 26m 45s

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