The NIS2 Directive raises the bar for cybersecurity across critical sectors in the EU, emphasizing the need for stronger access controls and accountability. This two-speaker session will explore why Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a cornerstone for achieving NIS2 compliance and explore real life case studies. We will highlight how PAM helps organizations enforce least privilege, ensure continuous monitoring, and respond quickly to incidents—core principles embedded in the directive. Attendees will gain insights into aligning PAM strategies with NIS2 requirements, reducing operational risk, and enabling secure digital transformation. The second half of the session will discuss about what can we learn from the digital footprints left behind in the wake of a damaging ransomware attack. We’ll take you inside a real-world ransomware incident that brought an entire business to a standstill. We'll follow the attacker’s path step-by-step—how they got in, moved laterally, escalated privileges, and ultimately deployed ransomware. Whether your organization is just beginning its compliance journey or looking to mature its cybersecurity posture, this session will offer practical guidance and real-world examples on how to turn regulatory pressure into a strategic advantage.