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Upcoming Events
Charlotte ISSA January 28th Monthly Meeting!
Join Charlotte ISSA for our January 28th Monthly Meeting!
Meeting Agenda:
7:30AM – 8:00AM: Check-in, Networking, & Breakfast!
8:00AM - 8:45AM: Todd Inskeep, “Cryptography 401 and AMA”!
9:00AM - 9:45AM: Evan Taylor, “A Comprehensive Market Update On Cyber Liability Insurance”!
10:00AM - 10:45AM: Jason Smith, Presidio - "Addressing Cyber Security and Compliance in Mergers and Acquisitions”!
Meeting Location: Microsoft Building 2, Charlotte, NC
Microsoft Corp.
8050 Microsoft Way, Charlotte, NC 28273
Building 2 (the building on the right, as you enter the campus)
Charlotte ISSA February 26th Monthly Meeting + Afternoon Workshop
Join Charlotte ISSA for our February 26th Monthly Meeting!
Meeting Agenda:
7:30 – 8:00 AM: Check-in, Networking, & Breakfast!
8:00 - 8:45 AM: Mike Brannon, National Gypsum
9:00 - 9:45 AM: Rick Doten - TBA
10:00 - 10:45 AM: Bob Henry, Armis - "Beyond Vermicelli and CVSS: Moving Enterprise Risk to CTEM”!
Meeting Location: Microsoft Building 2, Charlotte, NC
Microsoft Corp.
8050 Microsoft Way, Charlotte, NC 28273
Building 2 (the building on the right, as you enter the campus)
Charlotte ISSA, Phish Club and Roon Security Workshop (Registration is seperate)
Agenda:
12:00PM-1:00PM - Registration and Lunch
1:00PM - 5:00PM - Instructor Led Workshop
Workshop Description:
Why Legacy CNAPPs Miss Modern Attacks and How to Detect Them at Runtime
Modern cloud attacks no longer start with misconfigurations or missing patches. They start inside the application layer, unfold during execution, and bypass security tools that rely on snapshots, signatures, or post-event analysis.
In this hands-on workshop, we’ll walk through real-world application-layer exploit chains to show why traditional CNAPPs, scanners, and infrastructure-first tools struggle to detect and validate modern threats. Participants will also examine how recent examples such as React2Shell can traverse server-side rendering (SSR) paths, abuse unsafe runtime execution inside Node.js, and escalate into remote code execution and lateral movement — all without tripping conventional controls.
Unlike a slide-based session, this workshop is designed for practitioners.
Attendees will work directly within a live runtime environment to:
Observe how application-layer attacks unfold during execution
Identify where traditional tools lose visibility
Correlate runtime signals across application, container, and cloud layers
Validate exploitability and understand true blast radius
Prioritize response based on real impact, not theoretical risk
The goal is to give security and engineering teams a practical framework for detecting, validating, and responding to modern application attacks as they happen — and to understand how runtime visibility changes incident response, noise reduction, and collaboration across teams.
Practitioners only
Laptops required
Meeting Location: Microsoft Building 2, Charlotte, NC (same as morning meeting)
Microsoft Corp.
8050 Microsoft Way, Charlotte, NC 28273
Building 2 (the building on the right, as you enter the campus)
Empowering Information Security Professionals with Knowledge, Skills, and Solutions
The mission of the Charlotte Metro ISSA chapter is to provide its members with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to protect their organizations against cyber threats. We are committed to advancing the information security industry by promoting education and professional development, fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices, and serving as a trusted voice in the field. Through our efforts, we aim to create a safer and more secure digital world for all.
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Professional Development
ISSA offers its members access to training, events, and resources to stay ahead in the field of information security. Join ISSA to enhance your knowledge and skills with the latest industry developments.
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Networking and Collaboration
Members have the opportunity to connect with a global community of information security professionals and benefit from opportunities to exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and network with like-minded individuals.
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Representation and Advocacy
The organization participates in key industry initiatives, engages with policymakers and regulators, and raises awareness of cybersecurity issues and concerns.
Our Organization
Joining ISSA provides access to a wealth of professional development resources, including training programs, educational events, and a comprehensive library of information security materials.
By becoming a member, you can connect with a global community of information security professionals and benefit from opportunities to exchange ideas, collaborate, and network.
Never miss an event!
Charlotte ISSA regularly hosts events and educational programs designed to bring together information security professionals and provide opportunities for learning and networking. These events include local chapter meetings and our yearly Cyber Security Summit.
Join us as a speaker at one of our upcoming events!
Are you an expert in the field of information security? Would you like to share your knowledge and experience with a global community of professionals? Then join us as a speaker at one of our upcoming events!
Charlotte Metro ISSA is always looking for engaging and knowledgeable speakers to participate in our events. As a speaker, you will have the opportunity to share your insights and perspectives on the latest trends, best practices, and challenges in the information security industry.
Join us as a speaker and help us build a vibrant and informed community of information security professionals!
If you are interested in speaking at one of our events, please submit your proposal today!
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