Talk All Audiences 17:00 - 17:30 August 09, 2024

Javan Rasokat

Andra

From theory to practice: dive into the lessons learned from building and defending an LLM application. This talk offers firsthand insights into the challenges and breakthroughs experienced while developing and securing large language models in real-world settings. We'll explore critical vulnerabilities, innovative defense strategies, and practical tips for enhancing the robustness of AI applications. Join us to gain actionable knowledge that can help you navigate the evolving landscape of AI security with confidence.

Javan Rasokat

Senior Application Security Specialist, Sage

Javan works as a Senior Application Security Specialist at Sage, helping software teams enhance security throughout the software development lifecycle. In addition to his day job, he lectures on Secure Coding at DHBW University in Germany. Javan’s passion for ethical hacking started young, automating online games and finding security bugs, which he would report to game operators. He turned this passion into a career, first as a security consultant and later specializing in penetration testing. Javan holds a Master’s degree in IT Security Management and several certifications, including GXPN, CISSP, CCSP, and CSSLP. He has shared his expertise at numerous conferences, including OWASP Global AppSec, Ekoparty, and HITB. Last year, Javan gave a talk on the vulnerabilities of large language models, using GitHub Copilot as a case study to examine their impact on secure coding practices.


Andra

Principal Application Security Specialist at Sage / OWASP Leader

Andra is a Principal Application Security Specialist at Sage, with over seven years of experience in the field of application security. She is responsible for implementing DevSecOps practices, conducting security assessments, and developing secure coding guidelines for software engineering and AI/ML teams. She holds multiple certifications, including AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and Attacking and Securing APIs. She has a strong background in software development and project management, as well as a master's degree in information and computer sciences. She has been co-leading the OWASP London Chapter since 2019, where she organises and delivers events and workshops on various security topics. She is passionate about educating and empowering developers and stakeholders to build and deliver secure software and best practices in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.