The Ransomware Negotiator Who Worked for the Hackers - #210

What happens when a trusted ransomware negotiator secretly works for the very hackers he's supposed to stop?In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, Tyler Moffitt unpacks one of the most shocking insider threat cases in recent cybersecurity history. A ransomware negotiator admitted to providing confidential victim information—including insurance limits and negotiation strategies—to the BlackCat (ALPHV) ransomware gang while representing organizations during active ransomware attacks.Learn how ransomware negotiations really work, why information is the most valuable asset during a cyber incident, and what this case reveals about ransomware-as-a-service, cyber insurance, incident response, and insider threats. Whether you're a CISO, security leader, IT professional, or simply interested in cybersecurity, this episode offers practical lessons on trust, risk, and protecting sensitive information when every decision matters.As featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcasts  Top 50 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts Top 70 Security Hacking PodcastsThis list is the most comprehensive ranking of Cyber Security Podcasts online and we are honoured to feature amongst the best!Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via [email protected]