Fortifying AIOps: CSAF and VEX Unite for Smarter Security

Mon Sep 16 | 8:30am
Location:
Stevens Creek
Abstract

Conventional security management methods often operate reactively, relying on fragmented vulnerability management processes and manual updates. This approach hinders swift threat responses and diminishes the efficiency of AIOps.

In our discussion, we explore an integration of the Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) and the Vulnerability Exploitability eXchange (VEX) into AIOps. CSAF defines the format for security advisories, while VEX focuses on vulnerability exploitability. Our AI-enabled solution dynamically scores vulnerabilities based on factors such as severity, exploitability, and asset exposure. Beyond mere identification, it assesses the actual exploitability of vulnerabilities. For instance, it answers questions like: Can this vulnerability be weaponized? How severe would the impact be? This clarity empowers security teams to prioritize their remediation efforts effectively.

The solution enhances security posture by enabling automated, real-time vulnerability management. This helps organizations safeguard their server or storage infrastructure while improving the predictive accuracy of AIOps.

Learning Objectives

Understand the limitations of traditional security management in servers and storage and how they impact AIOps.
Gain insights into the functionalities of CSAF and VEX and their roles in enhancing security advisories and exploitability assessments.
Learn how the integration of CSAF and VEX can streamline vulnerability management and improve the effectiveness of AIOps.
Recognize the benefits of a proactive security approach in maintaining and securing server and storage infrastructure through advanced AIOps techniques.

Abstract

Conventional security management methods often operate reactively, relying on fragmented vulnerability management processes and manual updates. This approach hinders swift threat responses and diminishes the efficiency of AIOps.

In our discussion, we explore an integration of the Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) and the Vulnerability Exploitability eXchange (VEX) into AIOps. CSAF defines the format for security advisories, while VEX focuses on vulnerability exploitability. Our AI-enabled solution dynamically scores vulnerabilities based on factors such as severity, exploitability, and asset exposure. Beyond mere identification, it assesses the actual exploitability of vulnerabilities. For instance, it answers questions like: Can this vulnerability be weaponized? How severe would the impact be? This clarity empowers security teams to prioritize their remediation efforts effectively.

The solution enhances security posture by enabling automated, real-time vulnerability management. This helps organizations safeguard their server or storage infrastructure while improving the predictive accuracy of AIOps.

Learning Objectives

Understand the limitations of traditional security management in servers and storage and how they impact AIOps.
Gain insights into the functionalities of CSAF and VEX and their roles in enhancing security advisories and exploitability assessments.
Learn how the integration of CSAF and VEX can streamline vulnerability management and improve the effectiveness of AIOps.
Recognize the benefits of a proactive security approach in maintaining and securing server and storage infrastructure through advanced AIOps techniques.


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Dhruvil Darji
Nvidia Inc
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