In this episode of ShadowTalk, hosts Kim and Chris are joined by guest speaker Eric Knopp, to discuss the latest news in cybersecurity and threat research. Topics this week include:

• ReliaQuest research identifies Black Basta TTP changes
• Amazon seize APT29 domains
• Tango down: Redline & Meta Infostealers taken down by Dutch police
• The importance of supporting DEI programs in hiring practices

Resources:

• https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/black-basta-social-engineering-technique-microsoft-teams/
• https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/5-critical-threat-actors-you-need-to-know-about/

Eric Knopp: VP Security Operations for one of ReliaQuest’s customers, a large global financial services company. Eric has been in the IT industry for almost 30 years, with the past 11 in IT Security. He also has a passion for diversity, equity and inclusion, co-leading the DEI Committee in London. He also supports the cyber apprenticeship program in the UK.

Kim Bromley: Kim Bromley is a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst on the ReliaQuest Threat Research Team. She joined ReliaQuest in June 2020 following a 10-year career in UK law enforcement, and has acted as host since 2024. Kim brings a wealth of experience in threat intelligence and law enforcement tactics, providing unique insights for ShadowTalk.

Chris Morgan: Chris Morgan is a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst on the ReliaQuest Threat Research Team and has been the host of ShadowTalk since 2021. Chris joined ReliaQuest in August 2020, previously working as a Cyber Threat Intelligence analyst in the telecommunications and financial sectors. Chris also has a background in the British military. With his diverse background, he enhances ShadowTalk with deep insights into various threat landscapes.