Explore a comprehensive conference talk from Microsoft Defender for Cloud's Principal Security Research Manager that delves into the evolving landscape of ransomware attacks in cloud environments. Learn about real-world hybrid ransomware attacks that have caused millions in damages, examining how threat actors adapt their strategies and exploit cloud tools for maximum impact. Discover cutting-edge detection methods using contextual graph-based correlations that effectively connect seemingly unrelated attack patterns. Gain insights into the latest techniques criminals use to compromise both on-premises and cloud environments, their lateral movement strategies, and methods for targeting critical organizational assets. Master innovative approaches that have proven successful in reducing investigation time and improving incident response effectiveness in actual security breaches.