Global Information Security Society for Professionals of Pakistan (GISPP) is organizing a cybersecurity awareness session focused on third party identity breaches and the challenges organizations face when compliance measures fail. The session, titled “When Compliance Fails: Anatomy of a Third Party Identity Breach,” will explore security risks associated with external access, identity management, and the importance of maintaining strong cybersecurity practices. The session is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM KSA time and 4:00 PM Pakistan time, providing cybersecurity professionals and interested participants an opportunity to gain insights into a critical area of information security.
The session will feature Hamza Safdar, Information Security Senior Consultant, as the speaker. Safdar works with organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity posture through structured governance, risk management frameworks, and industry best practices. His professional focus includes helping organizations understand security challenges, improve protection mechanisms, and develop stronger approaches toward managing cybersecurity risks. Through his experience in information security consulting, he has worked on areas related to governance, security improvement, and risk management, making him a valuable contributor to discussions around modern cybersecurity challenges.
The upcoming GISPP session will focus on understanding how third party identity breaches occur and the role of compliance in preventing security gaps. As organizations increasingly rely on external vendors, partners, and service providers, managing third party access has become an important part of cybersecurity strategies. Weak identity controls, insufficient monitoring, or gaps in compliance practices can create opportunities for unauthorized access and security incidents. The session aims to provide participants with a deeper understanding of these risks and highlight the importance of effective identity management, security governance, and continuous evaluation of third party relationships. Hamza Safdar’s cybersecurity background includes a focus on understanding how systems operate, identifying weaknesses through ethical security practices, and helping organizations improve their overall security posture. As a NUST alumnus, he continues to expand his expertise in cybersecurity while contributing to knowledge sharing within the professional community. His long term goal is to contribute to high impact security initiatives and support the development of stronger cybersecurity practices worldwide.
GISPP’s initiative reflects the growing need for cybersecurity education and professional discussions around emerging digital risks. Third party security has become an important topic as organizations operate within increasingly connected technology environments where external integrations and shared access are common. By bringing together cybersecurity professionals and experts, GISPP aims to encourage awareness, knowledge exchange, and practical understanding of security challenges affecting modern organizations. Participants interested in attending the session can register through the provided calendar link: here. The meeting will be conducted online with Meeting ID 864 6518 4694 and Passcode 574416. Through sessions like this, GISPP continues to support cybersecurity learning and professional development by addressing current information security concerns and helping the community stay informed about evolving threats and best practices.
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