A look at Cybercrime in 2021

This episode of Security Unlocked takes a deep dive into the growing threat of cybercrime in 2021. Ransomware attacks in particular have become increasingly effective, with elevated returns and simplified processes. The second chapter of the Microsoft Digital Defense Report sheds light on the intricacies of the cybercrime economy, which is now stronger and more complex than ever before. Cryptocurrency, malware, and adversarial machine learning are among the many topics that require attention. 

The hosts, Natalia Godyla and Nic Fillingham, are joined by Jason Lyons, an experienced investigator focused on digital crimes at Microsoft. In the episode, Jason discusses the state of cybercrime and reveals key insights from the Digital Defense Report. He also delves into the challenges posed by cryptocurrency in the context of ransomware, recent malware trends, and ways for security teams to protect against malware more effectively. 

Together, the discussion reveals a rising trend in the number of cybercrimes, primarily due to the widespread use of cryptocurrency. Amidst the growing complexity of cybercrime operations, security teams must learn new ways to protect against malware, evaluate whether to pay ransomware or not, and stay up-to-date with the latest threats to prevent attacks.

For anyone interested in cybercrime and digital defense in 2021, this episode provides valuable insights and resources to stay protected.

Listen to the full episode on Spotify.