Cyberhaven will host its first-ever virtual Data Defense Forum on September 24, 2025, bringing together top cybersecurity leaders to address the growing challenges of securing enterprise data in the AI era.
The rapid adoption of AI across industries—from retail and healthcare to finance and manufacturing—is transforming workflows but introducing significant security risks. Research from Cyberhaven Labs shows that nearly three-quarters of AI applications currently in use pose high or critical risks, with only 16% of enterprise data processed through AI remaining within enterprise-ready applications. A substantial portion of sensitive information, including customer data and proprietary business insights, is being exposed to unvetted tools, creating what the company calls “Shadow AI.”
The forum aims to equip organizations with practical strategies to manage these emerging challenges, covering AI-driven risks, insider threats, and enterprise security transformation. Attendees will hear from industry experts, including:
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Clayton Smith, Principal Security Specialist, AWS – guiding organizations in leveraging cloud, network, and endpoint security as a strategic advantage.
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Rinki Sethi, CSO, Upwind – a seasoned executive with experience scaling security programs at Twitter, Walmart, and IBM.
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Nic Acton, Senior Solutions Engineer, Wiz – specializing in AI, automation, and secure cloud operations.
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Payman Armin, SVP and CISO, Xperi – leading global teams in cloud migration and agile transformation.
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Joe Sullivan, Former CSO at Facebook, Uber, and Cloudflare – advising on security strategy and organizational risk management.
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“Our goal is for attendees to leave the Data Defense Forum with actionable lessons they can immediately apply to strengthen their data security and tackle emerging challenges in the AI era,” said Nishant Doshi, CEO of Cyberhaven. “We’ve selected experts with real-world experience addressing AI risks, insider threats, and organizational transformation, ensuring attendees gain insights they can put into practice from day one.”
The Data Defense Forum promises to provide actionable guidance and insights for organizations seeking to safeguard sensitive data while leveraging AI responsibly.