How to Outsmart Ransomware: AI, Digital Forensics & Insider Secrets with Andria Delia

10 Questions to Cyber Resilience

In this episode, we’re joined by Andria Delia, a Cyber Threat Intelligence Expert and a nominee for the Cellebrite Digital Justice Rising Star Award at the C2 Summit. Andria dives into her extensive experience in cybersecurity, sharing valuable insights on the psychology of cyber attackers and how she handles ransomware without paying ransoms. She discusses the real-world application of threat intelligence, the role of law enforcement, and the often-overlooked behaviors of threat hunters.

Andria takes us through the evolution of ransomware attacks, the key steps in responding to a breach, and how attackers adapt in the ever-changing landscape of digital threats. We also explore the role of AI in both facilitating and combating cyber threats, and Andria shares her thoughts on how predictive analytics and behavior analysis can help thwart attacks before they even happen.

She gives an eye-opening perspective on digital forensics, particularly in relation to mobile devices, and highlights the lingering threats in the mobile world. To wrap up, Andria offers practical advice for the general public on staying safe in the digital world.

If you’re interested in learning how threat intelligence works, the psychology behind attacks, or what you can do to protect yourself online, this episode is a must-watch!

Resources:

Andria Delia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andriadelia/

Luigi Tiano’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luigitiano/

Assurance IT Website: http://www.assuranceit.co/

About the guest:

Andria Delia is a leading expert in cyber threat intelligence, specializing in ransomware mitigation, incident response, penetration testing, and forensics. She is a Certified Cyber Threat Intelligence Expert and has led high-profile engagements, developed response plans, and contributed to digital forensics. With a background in public interest law, Andria has successfully led cases that have shaped case law. Notably, she is one of the few women globally to have mitigated ransomware attacks on major organizations. Additionally, she has expertise in Bitcoin, Blockchain, AI, and machine learning, with research focused on AI’s impact on financial markets. A sought-after speaker and mentor, Andria is dedicated to advancing the field of cybersecurity.

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About Assurance IT:

Assurance IT (www.assuranceit.co) specializes in data protection and data privacy for the mid-market since 2011. The Montreal-based company’s unique approach to helping customers become cyber resilient is called the PPR Methodology which stands for Prepare, Protect and Recover. Based on industry best practices, the PPR Methodology is an easier way to achieve cyber security and compliance objectives.