16th and 17th February, 2024
Kaapelitehdas, Helsinki Finland
"Purple Teaming in Action: Beyond the Hype"
Tuomo Makkonen
While buzzwords like "Purple Teaming" frequently circulate in the cybersecurity realm, not all discussions about it are rooted in practical, real-world application. Delving beyond the buzz, this talk seeks to demystify Purple Teaming by providing tangible examples of its efficacy. Through real-world cases, we'll dissect how the combined might of Red and Blue Teams can offer unparalleled security outcomes.
Talk objectives
- Debunking Myths: Address common misconceptions and overhyped beliefs about Purple Teaming.
- Real-World Validation: Offer case studies showcasing Purple Teaming's genuine value in addressing diverse security challenges.
- Strategies Beyond the Buzzwords: Illuminate proven strategies that have consistently yielded success in Purple Teaming exercises.
- Looking Forward: Contemplating the future of Purple Teaming in the evolving threat landscape.
Talk objectives
- Debunking Myths: Address common misconceptions and overhyped beliefs about Purple Teaming.
- Real-World Validation: Offer case studies showcasing Purple Teaming's genuine value in addressing diverse security challenges.
- Strategies Beyond the Buzzwords: Illuminate proven strategies that have consistently yielded success in Purple Teaming exercises.
- Looking Forward: Contemplating the future of Purple Teaming in the evolving threat landscape.
Tuomo Makkonen
Tuomo is the lead for technical consulting at Fraktal, with a career spanning over two decades. His professional journey began in software development, and over the years, he transitioned into technical cyber security.
A key area of his expertise is offensive cyber security, where he has established himself as a knowledgeable and skilled professional. Tuomo's experience includes significant work in simulating attacks on organizations to test their defenses using the both Red- and Purple Teaming approach.
Throughout his career, Tuomo has applied his skills in various consulting capacities, addressing complex cyber security challenges and offering practical solutions.