Listen to episode 100: The Ransomware Diaries

Episode 100 of the mnemonic security podcast is live! This special episode has been burning a hole in our back pocket, but as the saying goes – good things come to those who wait.

In this celebratory episode, Robby speaks with popular author and industry legend - Jon DiMaggio. Jon is the Chief Security Strategist at Analyst1 and has over 15 years of experience hunting, researching, and writing about advanced cyber threats. As a specialist in enterprise ransomware attacks and nation-state intrusions, Jon authored several investigative reports, including Robby´s favourite, “The Ransomware Diaries”, and also wrote the award-winning book “The Art of Cyberwarfare.”

Jon has gone as far as to develop relationships with some of the world’s most notorious ransomware gangs, like LockBit, and exposed the interworkings of cartels behind major ransomware attacks. The conversation explores the operational models of ransomware groups, which often function through a web of partnerships, specialised roles, and profit-sharing structures. Jon provides his unique perspective on building relationships with cybercriminals to gather intelligence while navigating ethical dilemmas and personal risks.

Most importantly, he answers Robby´s burning question: “What’s your opinion of the bad guys?”