Summary: Initial Access Brokers (IABs) are cybercriminals who infiltrate corporate networks and sell stolen access to other attackers, functioning like high-tech locksmiths. Their operations have become increasingly efficient, posing significant risks to organizations through compromised credentials.
Threat Actor: Initial Access Brokers (IABs) | Initial Access Brokers
Victim: Various organizations | Amazon Web Services, Geico, ADT
Key Point :
- IABs operate like legitimate businesses, offering tiered pricing and customer support for stolen access.
- Compromised credentials are the most valuable commodity for IABs, responsible for a significant percentage of data breaches.
- Organizations can use threat intelligence tools to monitor for compromised credentials and enforce strong password policies to mitigate risks.