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.