From Target to Takeover: The Lifecycle of a Cyber Attack

May 14, 2026

The University of Massachusetts Club

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Event Details


Thursday, May 14
7:30 – 9:30 AM ET
The University of Massachusetts Club
1 Beacon St | Boston, MA 02108
1 CPE Credit in Information Technology

Join Withum and start your morning with a complimentary breakfast, followed by a cybersecurity CPE seminar sharing expert insights on how cyberattacks happen and practical strategies for protecting your organization.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the typical lifecycle of a modern cyberattack.
  • Identify common tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) used by attackers.
  • Recognize how attackers exploit human, technical and organizational vulnerabilities and detect early warning signs and indicators of compromise.
  • Apply practical defense and incident response strategies to reduce organizational risk.

Agenda:

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Arrival/Sign-In, Breakfast + Networking

8:00 AM – 8:15 AM: Welcome

8:15 AM – 9:15 AM: Workshop/Program

9:15 AM – 9:30 AM: Q&A

Identification (drivers license or passport) is required for entrance to the building.

Complimentary parking will be in One Beacon Parking (will validate), located at 1 Beacon Street.

The University of Massachusetts Club, Boston, Massachusetts, 1 Beacon St

Event Details


Thursday, May 14
7:30 – 9:30 AM ET
The University of Massachusetts Club
1 Beacon St | Boston, MA 02108
1 CPE Credit in Information Technology

Join Withum and start your morning with a complimentary breakfast, followed by a cybersecurity CPE seminar sharing expert insights on how cyberattacks happen and practical strategies for protecting your organization.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the typical lifecycle of a modern cyberattack.
  • Identify common tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) used by attackers.
  • Recognize how attackers exploit human, technical and organizational vulnerabilities and detect early warning signs and indicators of compromise.
  • Apply practical defense and incident response strategies to reduce organizational risk.

Agenda:

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Arrival/Sign-In, Breakfast + Networking

8:00 AM – 8:15 AM: Welcome

8:15 AM – 9:15 AM: Workshop/Program

9:15 AM – 9:30 AM: Q&A

Identification (drivers license or passport) is required for entrance to the building.

Complimentary parking will be in One Beacon Parking (will validate), located at 1 Beacon Street.

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