MGM Resorts ALPHV/BlackCat Ransomware Attack - Threat Talks Cybersecurity Podcast
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🎙 Threat Talks: Unpacking the MGM Resorts ALPHV/BlackCat Ransomware Attack 🕵️♂️
In this Threat Talk, we dive deep into a cybersecurity incident in 2023: the MGM Resorts ransomware attack by ALPHV/BlackCat and Scattered Spider. From sophisticated social engineering tactics to deploying a shadow identity provider for persistence, this attack demonstrates the capabilities of collaborating ransomware groups.
Join cybersecurity experts Lieuwe Jan Koning, Luca Cipriano
(Threat Intel Specialist), and Rob Maas (Field CTO) as they break down:
- 🔒 How attackers exploited MGM’s Okta environment.
- 🎯 The role of phishing and advanced persistence techniques.
- 🚨 Lessons learned and actionable steps to prevent such attacks.
Key Insights
- ➡ Why Zero Trust and network segmentation are critical.
- ➡ The dilemma of paying ransoms vs. operational downtime.
- ➡ Practical steps to improve your organization’s ransomware defense strategy.
If you’re a cybersecurity professional or just curious about the latest in cyber threats, this episode is a must-watch. Stay informed, stay secure! 💻
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