Rapid Security Response in the Era of Generative AI: Launching Training to Support In-house Vulnerability Assessment

Kobe Digital Lab (KDL), a provider of the 'Proactive Defense' information security service and system development, has launched a 'Vulnerability Assessment Training' program to support the acquisition of practical vulnerability assessment skills. This training allows participants to systematically learn everything from the basics of web application assessment to diagnostic methods and report creation through exercises simulating actual diagnostic work, thereby supporting companies in internalizing assessments and promoting secure development. In recent years, the spread of generative AI has led to more sophisticated and efficient cyberattacks. With the automation of attack code generation and vulnerability scanning, attacks can now be carried out more extensively in shorter periods, significantly changing the level of security measures required by companies. Against this backdrop, balancing development speed with security response has become a challenge, leading to a rapidly growing need for training personnel who can understand and discover vulnerabilities in-house. Leveraging its experience in providing vulnerability assessment services since 2008 and its expertise as a system development company, KDL provides security support rooted in the development field. This training utilizes KDL's combined knowledge of vulnerability assessment and system development to support the acquisition of practical skills and the internalization of assessments. Participants can learn how to discover vulnerabilities and think about countermeasures through hands-on exercises using a web application environment. The content also includes organizing diagnostic results and creating reports, simulating actual work to ensure skills are applicable in the field.