Anna Seitz
Security researcher at Microsoft. Focuses on threat actor analysis, particularly Seashell Blizzard.
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May 14, 2025 • 41min
BadPilot: Inside Seashell Blizzard’s (AKA Sandworm) Global Cyber Espionage Campaign
Security researchers Anna Seitz and Megan Stalling from Microsoft dive deep into the BadPilot Campaign, revealing its ties to the notorious Seashell Blizzard group. They discuss how this subgroup targets industrial control systems using sneaky tactics like fake Zoom links to lure victims. The conversation highlights the importance of network detection in countering these evolving threats and explores the sophisticated social engineering techniques employed by North Korean hackers. This insightful dialogue uncovers the fascinating intersection of cyber espionage and technological adaptation.
Aug 28, 2024 • 24min
Black Basta and the Use of LLMs by Threat Actors
Anna Seitz and Daria Pop, both Microsoft security researchers, delve deep into the world of ransomware and cyber threats. They discuss the Black Basta ransomware group’s evolution from simple phishing to sophisticated social engineering tactics, including malware distribution via Microsoft Teams. The duo highlights the persistence of malvertising and its implications for cybersecurity. They reveal how state-sponsored actors are leveraging large language models, emphasizing the dual nature of AI as both a tool for security and a weapon for attackers.
