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

10 Questions to Cyber Resilience – Episode: Ransomware, Threat Intelligence, and Digital Forensics with Andria Delia

Welcome to 10 Questions to Cyber Resilience, presented by Assurance IT. In this bi-monthly series, we dive into how IT leaders are strengthening their cybersecurity practices. Each episode features experts sharing key insights and actionable advice to enhance cyber resilience.

In this episode, we’re joined by Andria Delia, a Cyber Threat Intelligence Expert and nominee for the Cellebrite Digital Justice Rising Star Award at the C2 Summit. Andria brings her extensive experience in cybersecurity and offers valuable insights on the psychology of cyber attackers and her approach to ransomware mitigation without paying ransoms.

🎧 Episode Highlights

• The Psychology of Cyber Attackers: Andria delves into the mindset of cyber attackers and how understanding their behavior can aid in defending against attacks.
• Real-World Application of Threat Intelligence: Learn how threat intelligence can help organizations stay ahead of cybercriminals.
• Ransomware Mitigation: Discover Andria’s approach to handling ransomware attacks and preventing organizations from falling victim to extortion.
• The Role of Law Enforcement: Understand how law enforcement collaborates with cybersecurity professionals in tackling cybercrime.
• The Impact of AI in Cybersecurity: Andria discusses how AI is both enabling and combating cyber threats, with a focus on predictive analytics and behavior analysis.
• Mobile Device Security: Andria shares her perspective on digital forensics related to mobile devices and the ongoing security risks they present.
• Practical Advice for the Public: Get actionable tips on staying safe in the digital world, from protecting your personal information to understanding cyber threats.

🎙️ Meet the Expert

Andria Delia – Cyber Threat Intelligence Expert

Andria is a recognized leader in cyber threat intelligence, specializing in ransomware mitigation, incident response, penetration testing, and digital forensics. A Certified Cyber Threat Intelligence Expert, she has led high-profile cybersecurity engagements and developed response plans for major organizations. Her expertise in AI, Bitcoin, and Blockchain adds a unique dimension to her work, as she researches the impact of AI on financial markets. A sought-after speaker and mentor, Andria is also one of the few women globally to have mitigated ransomware attacks on major organizations.

🔗 Andria Delia on LinkedIn

Luigi Tiano – Co-founder & President, Assurance IT

With 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, Luigi is an expert in data protection and endpoint security. As Co-founder of Assurance IT, he helps organizations enhance their cybersecurity postures through the PPR Methodology (Prepare, Protect, Recover).

🔗 Luigi Tiano on LinkedIn

About Assurance IT

Assurance IT has been specializing in data protection and data privacy for mid-market companies in North America since 2011. Assurance IT's PPR Methodology (Prepare, Protect, Recover) simplifies cybersecurity and compliance objectives for organizations, helping them become cyber resilient in the face of evolving cyber threats.