Module 2 Flashcards
Module 2 AI in Cybersecurity
What is AI?
AI is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, particularly computer systems. It typically requires human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, and problem solving.
What is ML?
ML is a subset of AI that enables computer algorithms to learn from data and then make decisions or predictions about figure data without explicit instructions from programmers.
Types of AI
Narrow AI & General AI
What can general AI do?
Capable of performing any intellectual task that a human can do.
Performs general tasks with little to no oversight from a user.
Can transfer knowledge from one domain to another.
What can Narrow AI do?
Designed to perform specific tasks within a limited context.
Performs specific tasks as instructed by a user.
Unable to transfer knowledge across domains.
Simulates human consciousness but is not conscious.
Importance of AI/ML in Cybersecurity.
Analyzing vast amounts of data.
Applications in threat detection.
Malware analysis
Fraud prevention
Enhancing real-time response
Automating routine tasks
Predictive capabilities
Bias and Ethics in AI/ML
Use AI for data analysis
Generate original insights
Cross-verify info
Draft with care
Bias in AI
Bias in AI can occur with AI systems make decisions that reflect human prejudice, leading to unfair or discriminatory outcomes.
Biased training data
Data used to train AI systems may contain inherent biases, which can skew the AI’s decision-making process.
Biased human decisions
Human choices in designing and implementing AI can lead to biased systems if not carefully managed.
AI/ML in Data Analysis
AI and ML have revolutionized the way we handle data, making in possible to analyze vast datasets quicky and accurately.
Importance of Data in AI/ML
Data is the foundation of AI/ML. The quality and quantity of data directly impact the performance of AI models.
Pattern Recognition
AI/ML models excel at identifying regular patterns in data. AI can learn the typical behavior of users on a network, such as login times, access patterns, and commonly used applications.
Anomaly detection
AI/ML models are also adept and detecting deviations from normal patterns. These anomalies often indicate potential security threats, such as cyber attacks or fraudulent activities.
Intrusion detection systems (IDS)
AI/ML models analyze network traffic to detect suspicious activities. These systems can differentiate between normal and potentially harmful traffic alerting to security teams to investigate further.