Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

Negotiating with Ransomware Actors: Why it's a Business Deal

When dealing with ransomware actors, people tend to forget that it is essentially a business negotiation. Although these actors may not be the nicest people, their goal is to make money and have you pay up. In this video, we discuss how going in with a confrontational attitude may not be the best approach. Some ransomware groups behave like gamer forum groups, using similar language and tactics, while others are more professional and skilled in negotiation. It's important to do your homework and understand that these actors may already know how much you're insured for.

Why Ransomware is Not Just a Technical or Insider Risk Problem

In this video, we explore why ransomware is not just a technical or insider risk problem, but a larger issue with how we approach technology and economic factors. With multiple parties involved, it is difficult to get a handle on this prevalent issue. However, we discuss what organizations can do preemptively to protect themselves and have a stronger negotiation position against ransomware actors.

Ransomware Sanctions: Exploring the Fallout | Razorwire Podcast

In this podcast episode, Jamie Hayward, Tom Mills, Michael Aguilera and I explore the perplexing irony of the UK government's recent proposal to ban payments to Russian ransomware groups. We debate the ethical, legal and financial implications of such a move and challenge organisations to pre-emptively defend against cyber attacks. "The best way to defeat exfiltration of your data - one of the best ways, there's a few - is using encryption." - Jamie Hayward

Query data with greater flexibility using LimaCharlie Query Language (LCQL)

The team at LimaCharlie is excited to be introducing a new and powerful capability: LimaCharlie Query Language (LCQL). LCQL allows you to query through your data in the LimaCharlie retention more easily and flexibly. It also enables several new useful features.