Events

EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity and Privacy Professionals Conference

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
Baltimore, MD

Join us for our session:

The Campus Shield: Strengthening Security on a Budget

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 1:30 –2:15 p.m. ET

Higher education institutions face significant cybersecurity challenges, from ransomware attacks to data breaches, all while grappling with limited budgets. Balancing affordability with strong security measures is critical, as traditional commercial solutions often prove too costly. This session explores how institutions can leverage open-source and community-supported tools to strengthen their cybersecurity posture without exceeding financial constraints. Cost-effective alternatives such as Wazuh for endpoint detection, OpenVAS for vulnerability scanning, and tools like Shodan, ZAP, and Wireshark provide robust functionality comparable to expensive commercial options.

Real-world case studies demonstrate how colleges and universities have successfully implemented these tools and saved costs while enhancing security. Attendees will learn strategies for prioritizing investments, engaging with open-source communities, and integrating these tools into existing IT infrastructures. The session will also highlight operational strategies, including automation, centralized management, and staff training to further reduce overhead. Emerging trends in cybersecurity and opportunities for collaboration among institutions will be discussed, ensuring that attendees leave equipped with actionable insights to maximize their resources while staying secure.

Speakers:

• Hunter Barnard, Penetration Tester/Ethical Hacker, CampusGuard
• Dwight Farris, Instructor, College of Engineering and Technology, Grand Canyon University
• Steve Garten, Penetration Tester/Ethical Hacker, CampusGuard

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ScriptSafe Live Demo: Tackling eSkimming and PCI Challenges in Higher Education

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT

Higher education institutions are navigating a perfect storm as PCI DSS 4.0.1 requirements are now in effect, security and IT teams are stretched thin, and the threat of eSkimming attacks targeting student and donor data is on the rise.

Third-party scripts often hide sources of security vulnerabilities, data leaks, and compliance risks.

We’ll dive into the platform, which:

• Helps your institution meet PCI DSS 4.0.1 requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1
• Protects sensitive data at the point of input, and
• Automatically monitors, controls, and blocks unauthorized script behavior in real time

The live demo will explore:

• Script inventory and risk scoring dashboard
• Behavior-based monitoring and policy automation
• Real-time detection and blocking of unauthorized scripts
• How quickly an institution can gain visibility and control
• Minimal lift for internal teams—no coding or deep expertise required
• How the platform helps meet compliance and enhances security posture
• The safeguard that prevents inadvertent data leaks that could trigger fines, investigations, or lawsuits
• Q&A