Defenders: The Life of a Threat Researcher

Threat researchers work deep in the digital underground, mapping adversaries, exposing tactics, and turning fragments of intelligence into protection that actively stops attacks. Despite the impact of their work, the reality of what they do remains largely hidden from view.

In this episode of Masked Actors, Group-IB’s Gary Ruddell is joined by Anastasia Tikhonova, Global Threat Research Lead at Group-IB and author of the High-Tech Crime Trends report.

With over a decade spent tracking advanced persistent threat activity linked to nation-state actors, Anastasia pulls back the curtain on what it really means to operate on the front lines of cyber defence. From following evidence trails through the dark web to uncovering emerging threats before they strike, this is the inside story of the people tracking cybercriminals where they operate best: in the shadows.

By understanding who these actors are and how they operate, you can better anticipate threats and protect yourself in an increasingly hostile digital world.

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