Credential Crisis: The Hidden Dangers of Leaked Passwords and How to Combat Them
The rise of leaked credentials is like finding out your Netflix password was stolen—not just annoying, but potentially catastrophic. According to Cyberint’s report, there’s been a 160% increase in leaked credentials, making it feel like everyone has your login info. It’s not about if you’ve been exposed, it’s about finding out before everyone else.
Hot Take:
**_Who needs a James Bond villain when you can just walk in through the cyber front door? With leaked credentials on the rise, it’s clear that the real threat to organizations isn’t a shadowy figure with a cat, but a sneaky username and password combo that slipped through the cracks. Looks like we should start treating our passwords like our exes—don’t ever reuse them!_**
Key Points:
– Leaked credentials accounted for 22% of breaches in 2024, surpassing phishing and software exploitation.
– Cyberint reports a 160% increase in leaked credentials in 2025, emphasizing the growing threat.
– Credential theft is now automated, making it accessible to low-skilled attackers.
– Leaked credentials serve as currency for various malicious activities, including account takeover and credential stuffing.
– Cyberint’s integration with Check Point enhances threat detection and response, focusing on rapid credential exposure identification.