Browser extensions have become everyday tools for productivity and convenience—but they also represent one of the most underestimated attack surfaces within organizations. This talk explores the security, privacy, and compliance implications of browser extensions, including real-world cases of malicious code injection, credential theft, and unauthorized data access. Franz will share practical strategies for assessing and managing extension risk without compromising usability, as well as guidance on building governance frameworks that balance productivity with security.
Franz Erasmus is a Senior Cyber Security Manager at Iron Spear Information Security, a Canadian-owned advisory firm providing practical cybersecurity solutions across North America. With over 20 years of experience spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Franz has helped organizations across finance, energy, defence, and transportation strengthen their cyber resilience.
A certified CISSP, CISA, and CIPR professional, Franz specializes in security program design, incident response, penetration testing, and AI security governance. He is recognized for bridging the gap between technical depth and business priorities, ensuring security programs are both actionable and sustainable.
707 - 5 St. S.W.
Third floor conference room C
Parking is available one block south of the meeting location, at the Centennial Parkade (Lot 54).
Snacks at 17:30. Meeting begins at 18:00.
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