Azim Khodjibaev

Cyber Intelligence Analyst at Talos

Specialist in Russian-speaking cybercriminal groups.

Azim Khodjibaev, a cyber intelligence analyst and specialist in Russian-speaking cybercriminal groups, has worked for the U.S. government in counterintelligence. His expertise includes field investigations and direct exchanges with LockBit operators, providing rare insights into the ransomware ecosystem. A former security agent, he uses his skills to track cyber threats. Since 2016 at Talos, he combines human and cyber intelligence to anticipate attacks.