2025 Microsoft Vulnerabilities & Identity Risks: How to Strengthen Identity Security & PAM

About the Session

We take a closer look at the 2025 Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report and broader identity security landscape!

Join David Morimanno, Field CTO at Xalient, and James Maude, Field CTO at BeyondTrust, as they explore the report and the critical role of identity in today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape—particularly for organizations deeply embedded in Microsoft environments.

You’ll learn:

How the threat landscape is shifting and where the biggest challenges are for Microsoft vulnerabilities
How threat actors are targeting identities within the Microsoft ecosystem
Practical steps to address new security challenges introduced by the rise of cloud platforms—and how to develop a more proactive approach.
Why modern Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a crucial component of your overall security strategy

Meet the Speakers

James Maude

Field Chief Technology Officer

James Maude is the Field Chief Technology Officer (FCTO) at BeyondTrust. With his broad experience in security research, both in academia and industry, James has spent the past decade analyzing cyber threats to identify attack vectors and trends in the evolving security landscape. He is an active member of the security community and hosts Adventures of Alice and Bob, a podcast that shines a light on the people making a difference in security. As an expert voice on cybersecurity, he regularly presents at international events and hosts webinars to discuss threats and defense strategies.

David Morimanno

Field CTO, Xalient

As a Field Chief Technology Officer, David helps clients develop IAM and Zero Trust strategies that work in complex organizations. He's an active practitioner and strategist, with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience in implementing market-leading IAM technologies across IGA, PAM, and Access Management. He specializes in building IAM Programs, administering IAM tools, and developing long-term strategies to support organizational objectives and business enablement.

David has a passion for cybersecurity. He is a trusted advisor for Fortune 500 clients and has helped industry executives successfully execute large-scale IAM programs through deployment. He has extensive experience in financial services, energy, education, manufacturing, and healthcare industries.