Positive Technologies “Positive Hack Days” 2 in Moscow

Positive Technologies, along with other industry leaders, hosted the second edition of Positive Hack Days (PHDays) Cyberfestival from May 23-26 at the Luzhniki sports complex in Moscow. This event brought together experts and enthusiasts to discuss the latest in cybersecurity, with a special focus on quantum technologies.

Main Highlights and Key Insights

1. Cyber Threats to Quantum Technologies

One of the key topics at PHDays was the identification of major cyber threats to quantum technologies. Gartner predicts that by 2025, about 40% of large enterprises will be running pilot projects based on quantum technologies. Positive Technologies, in partnership with QBoard, QApp, and the Russian Quantum Center, presented a study highlighting five main threats:

• • Physical Threats: Quantum bits (qubits) are very sensitive and can be disrupted by denial-of-service attacks.
• • Information Theft: The results of quantum computing are valuable and could be targeted by cybercriminals.
• • Software Vulnerabilities: Existing vulnerabilities in quantum computing software pose serious risks.
• • Cloud Computing Threats: As cloud-based quantum solutions grow, so do the risks of cyberattacks on these services.
• • Quantum Internet Attacks: These attacks aim to steal information or disrupt quantum networks.

2. Positive Technologies’ Approach

Elmar Nabigaev, Deputy Director, Positive Technologies Expert Security Centre, discussed the measures taken by Positive Technologies to stay ahead in cybersecurity. These include quick incident response times, scalable solutions, and deep integration with threat intelligence teams. Nabigaev also emphasized the importance of community collaboration, showcasing their involvement in major events like the Sochi Olympics and the FIFA World Cup, where they provided cybersecurity services.

3. Focus on Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP) and SaaS

Alexey Malnev, Director of Service and Technology Partnership Development at Positive Technologies, spoke about the company’s focus on MSSP and SaaS business models. He explained that outsourcing cybersecurity to managed security service providers is the future, as it allows for effective large-scale protection. Positive Technologies offers a range of MSSP-ready products and services to meet the growing demand.

4. Incident Response and Threat Intelligence

Positive Technologies demonstrated their capability in incident response and threat intelligence. Their Security Operations Center (SOC) acts as a global observer during cyber battles, showing their role as both a vendor and a service provider.

5. Preparing for the Quantum Era

Experts at PHDays stressed the importance of preparing for the quantum era. Quantum-resistant solutions and post-quantum cryptography are essential to protecting information against future quantum-based attacks. Yaroslav Borisov from Kvant Joint Venture highlighted that the next decade will see the integration of quantum technology with other high-tech fields, creating new products and services that will require strong cybersecurity measures.

Statements from Key Speakers

Denis Baranov, CEO, Positive Technologies:
“Quantum computing represents both an incredible opportunity and a significant challenge for cybersecurity. Our goal is to stay ahead of potential threats and ensure that the technology is used safely and securely.”

Prashanth Anchaiah, Technical Lead, Gulf IT:
“Attending PHDays has provided valuable insights into the future of cybersecurity. The discussions on quantum threats have been particularly enlightening.”

Venaktesh Nallabothulla, Business Manager, Gulf IT:
“The advancements and potential risks in quantum technology discussed here are crucial for our strategic planning. Positive Hack Days has been an excellent platform for understanding these dynamics.”

Vartak Tushar, Executive Vice President & Head of Information, Cyber Security, and Fraud Prevention at RAK BANK (UAE):
A key question in cybersecurity risk assessments is, ‘What are our most valuable assets, and how are they safeguarded?’ This helps in prioritizing resources and managing limited budgets. For instance, a bank would scrutinize the security measures protecting critical customer data to identify any vulnerabilities, ensuring the most sensitive information has the most robust and cost-effective defenses.

Yury Maksimov, Co-founder, Cyberus:
“The collaboration and knowledge sharing at PHDays are key to advancing our understanding and preparedness for quantum-related cyber threats.”

Positive Hack Days 2 showcased the current state of cybersecurity and provided insights into future challenges and solutions. As quantum technologies continue to develop, the cybersecurity industry must evolve to protect against new threats. Positive Technologies, with its innovative approach and commitment to community collaboration, is well-positioned to lead this effort.