Andy Thompson, Offensive Security Research Evangelist at CyberArk Labs, returns to Trust Issues for a dive with host David Puner into the latest developments in the world of ransomware. With ransomware events on the rise, Thompson sheds light on the alarming trend of data exfiltration and double extortion. But what's causing this surge? Thompson connects the dots between the rise of digital identities and the increasing frequency of ransomware attacks. As more organizations adopt cloud and DevOps technologies, the number of digital identities has skyrocketed, providing attackers with more accounts to exploit. However, Thompson emphasizes that staying vigilant about properly configured identities and analyzing their behavior can go a long way in mitigating the risk of ransomware attacks. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats.

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