Ms. Priya R Yesare

Harnessing AI for Smarter Security Testing in Modern Software Development

Abstract:

Priya Yesare explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the field of security testing. As security threats grow more complex, traditional testing methods often struggle to keep up—requiring deep expertise, time-consuming manual efforts, and still missing hidden vulnerabilities. This session highlights how AI-powered tools can make security testing faster, smarter, and more effective. From reducing false positives to generating intelligent fuzz tests and detecting anomalies, AI is helping QA teams uncover risks earlier in the development lifecycle—even without deep security backgrounds. The talk also includes a live demo using Playwright and OWASP ZAP to scan a sample application, showcasing how automation and AI can work together to detect and prioritize vulnerabilities.

Profile:

Priya R Yesare is a seasoned software quality assurance leader with over 20 years of experience in manual and automation testing. Proficient in Java, Selenium, Playwright, and TypeScript, she has architected robust automation frameworks and led full-stack development teams through the complete software lifecycle. With a strong foundation in both QA and development (VB6, C#.NET), Priya excels at bridging technical gaps, mentoring teams, and delivering high-quality, scalable solutions. Her collaborative approach and leadership have been pivotal in achieving seamless integration, process efficiency, and timely project delivery.