Smarter Pen Testing with Threat Intel

Traditional penetration tests often miss the mark, failing to replicate the real-world tactics of today's sophisticated threat actors. In this session, Alex Holden, CISO of Hold Security, cuts through the noise and reveals how to transform your pen testing program with actionable threat intelligence. You'll discover the latest attack trends and learn practical methods to simulate realistic cyber threats against your own defenses. From vulnerability exploitation to ransomware and social engineering, this session provides a hands-on guide to assessing your security readiness against the attacks that matter most right now. Leave with a clear roadmap to build a more resilient and threat-informed security posture. Key Takeaways - Understand the limitations of traditional pen testing and why threat intelligence is crucial - Learn practical techniques for incorporating real-world attack simulations into your security assessments - Gain a framework for building a more resilient and proactive security posture based on actionable threat intelligence