Episode 100*!
mnemonic security podcast
08/26/24
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In this special, celebratory 100th episode of the mnemonic security podcast, Robby speaks with author and industry legend - Jon DiMaggio.
Jon is the Chief Security Strategist at Analyst1 and has over 15 years of experience hunting, researching, and writing about advanced cyber threats. As a specialist in enterprise ransomware attacks and nation-state intrusions, Jon authored several investigative reports, including Robby ́s favourite, “The Ransomware Diaries”, and also wrote the award-winning book “The Art of Cyberwarfare.”
Jon has gone as far as to go develop relationships with some of the world’s most notorious ransomware gangs, for example LockBit, and exposed the interworkings of cartels behind major ransomware attacks. Their conversation explores the operational models of ransomware groups, which often function through a web of partnerships, specialised roles, and profit-sharing structures. DiMaggio provides his unique perspective on building relationships with cybercriminals to gather intelligence while navigating the ethical dilemmas and personal risks.
Most importantly, he answers Robby ́s burning question: “What’s your opinion of the bad guys?”
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