A presentation by Ben Folland, Security Operations Analyst at Huntress.
Speaker
Ben Folland
Agenda
6.30pm - Refreshments and networking.
7.00pm - Presentation - Ben Folland.
8.00pm - Q&A.
9.00pm - Close.
Synopsis
What will this presentation cover?
- How a threat actor's critical operational security mistake provided a real-time view into their operation via intercepted screenshots and keystroke logs
- How the cybercriminal used Telegram messenger within their malware for command-and-control and what benefits this provided to the criminal
- How this unique opportunity allowed for the complete mapping of the actor's infrastructure, uncovered links to broader phishing campaigns, and demonstrates how trusted platforms are abused for malicious operations.
About the speaker
Ben Folland, Security Operations Analyst at Huntress
Ben is a Security Operations Analyst at Huntress, where he manages hands-on-keyboard intrusions and dismantles active threats daily. Previously, he worked at one of Accenture’s Security Operation Centres, defending UK Critical National Infrastructure, gaining experience in high-stakes environments.
Ben has spoken at over 10 conferences (including six BSides), taught SOC (Security Operations Center) workshops at universities, and was a finalist for the UKs national cyber team. Whether it's Capture the Flag challenges or live incidents, Ben thrives on the chase and brings a hacker mindset to everything he does.
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