Keeping up with the Attackers: Reviewing the Latest Threat Techniques

Cyber threat actors are well-known for their ability to adapt, continuously finding novel ways to target organizations in the face of ever-improving defenses. One example of this is the practice of stealing data and threatening to publish as well as encrypting it during ransomware attacks, amid improved backup capabilities. From combining DDoS with ransomware, to finding alternative initial access techniques, it can feel like a near impossible challenge for defenders to stay up-to-date with cybercriminals and adapt their security posture accordingly. In this session, a panel of threat intelligence experts will highlight novel tactics being employed by threat actors so far in 2024, and discuss the areas cybersecurity teams should be prioritizing their resources on. Join this session to learn: • New approaches used by threat actors in 2024, including in launch DDoS and ransomware attacks • Changes in initial access techniques and technologies utilized, and why these shifts have occurred • The areas cybersecurity teams should be prioritizing their defenses towards in the face of these trends