Tammy Harper

Tammy Harper, a senior threat intelligence researcher and certified dark web investigator at Flare, dives into the intricate world of ransomware. She discusses the evolution of ransomware from the AIDS Trojan to contemporary groups like Conti and LockBit, exploring their business models and tactics. Tammy unveils the role of cryptocurrency in ransomware, initial access brokers, and the rise of double and triple extortion techniques. Her insights on negotiation tactics and emerging groups make this an eye-opening guide for anyone curious about cybersecurity.

Tammy Harper, a Senior Threat Intelligence Researcher at Flare, dives deep into the dark web and cybercrime ecosystems. She discusses how state-backed sanctuaries are becoming cybercrime havens. The conversation explores 'extortion as a service' and the role of affiliates in ransomware attacks. Artificial intelligence's impact on social engineering and attacks takes the spotlight, alongside the looming threat of quantum computing on encryption. Harper also highlights how digital sovereignty could reshape the future of cybercrime, making it a must-listen for cybersecurity enthusiasts.

Tammy Harper, a security researcher known for her expertise in ransomware, joins Laura Payne, a cybersecurity professional focused on incident trends, along with David Shipley, a cybersecurity practitioner, and John Pinard, head of IT operations at a credit union. They discuss alarming trends in ransomware payments and the clever rise of phishing attacks, particularly MFA vulnerabilities. The panel also examines AI's growing dual role in both enhancing security measures and facilitating cybercrime, highlighting the crucial need for community support and empathy in cybersecurity.

Tammy Harper, a researcher focused on cybercrime and dark-web intelligence, Laura Payne, an expert in security awareness and insider threats, and David Shipley, CEO of Beauceron Securities, dive into pressing cybersecurity themes. They discuss the alarming resurgence of the Clop ransomware group and their shift to data extortion, coupled with insider threats highlighted by a case at RBC. The conversation also covers the impact of AI in identifying scams, the emotional toll of romance scams, and the ethical boundaries of cybercrime, emphasizing the need for improved security awareness.

In this engaging discussion, Tammy Harper, a threat intelligence researcher at Flare.io specializing in ransomware, delves into the intricate ransomware ecosystem. She reveals how ransomware has evolved into a business with models like Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) and discusses the roles of initial access brokers. Tammy highlights infamous groups like Conti and LockBit, their double and triple extortion tactics, and the significance of negotiation strategies. This episode is a treasure trove for understanding the mechanisms of the cybercrime underground.