Guest Episode: Black Basta's TTP Shift, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) In Cyber Security

In this episode of ShadowTalk, hosts Kim and Chris are joined by guest speaker Eric Knopp, to discuss the latest news in cybersecurity and threat research. Topics this week include:

• ReliaQuest research identifies Black Basta TTP changes
• Amazon seize APT29 domains
• Tango down: Redline & Meta Infostealers taken down by Dutch police
• The importance of supporting DEI programs in hiring practices

Resources:

• https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/black-basta-social-engineering-technique-microsoft-teams/
• https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/5-critical-threat-actors-you-need-to-know-about/

Eric Knopp: VP Security Operations for one of ReliaQuest’s customers, a large global financial services company. Eric has been in the IT industry for almost 30 years, with the past 11 in IT Security. He also has a passion for diversity, equity and inclusion, co-leading the DEI Committee in London. He also supports the cyber apprenticeship program in the UK.

Kim Bromley: Kim Bromley is a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst on the ReliaQuest Threat Research Team. She joined ReliaQuest in June 2020 following a 10-year career in UK law enforcement, and has acted as host since 2024.  Kim brings a wealth of experience in threat intelligence and law enforcement tactics, providing unique insights for ShadowTalk.

Chris Morgan: Chris Morgan is a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst on the ReliaQuest Threat Research Team and has been the host of ShadowTalk since 2021. Chris joined ReliaQuest in August 2020, previously working as a Cyber Threat Intelligence analyst in the telecommunications and financial sectors. Chris also has a background in the British military. With his diverse background, he  enhances ShadowTalk with deep insights into various threat landscapes.