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On this week's episode of The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by Greg Schloemer and Matthew Kennedy. Sherrod, Greg, and Matthew discuss North Korean cyber operations, highlighting the unique aspects that set North Korea apart, emphasizing North Korea's persistence, adaptability, and the blending of APT and cybercrime elements, mainly focusing on revenue generation through activities like cryptocurrency theft. The discussion touches on the notorious Lazarus group, known for the Sony Pictures attack and WannaCry, and how their actions captured global attention. Sherrod, Greg, and Matthew also share personal insight into why they're drawn to this particular area of cybersecurity, offering listeners a unique perspective on the motivations and passions driving those at the forefront of defending our digital world.\xa0\xa0\n\xa0\xa0\nIn this episode you\u2019ll learn:\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\nThe evolution of North Korean cyber operations\xa0\n\nHow cryptocurrency theft is used as a means to support the state\xa0\xa0\n\nNorth Korea's unique approach to cyber operations and strategic evolution over time\xa0\n\n\xa0\xa0\nSome questions we ask:\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\nHow much work have you put into becoming a blockchain and cryptocurrency expert?\xa0\n\nWhat challenges arise in defending against these specific software supply chain attacks?\xa0\n\nWhy are you interested in working on North Korea-related cybersecurity?\xa0\n\n\xa0\nResources:\xa0\xa0\nView Greg Schloemer on LinkedIn\xa0\xa0\nView Matthew Kennedy on LinkedIn\xa0\xa0\xa0\nView Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn\xa0\xa0\n\nDiamond Sleet supply chain compromise distributes a modified CyberLink installer\xa0\n\xa0\xa0\nRelated Microsoft Podcasts:\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\n\nAfternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson\xa0\n\n\nThe BlueHat Podcast\xa0\n\n\nUncovering Hidden Risks\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\n\xa0\nDiscover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts\xa0\xa0\nGet the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider\n\xa0\nThe Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.