SneakThief Strikes: Credential-Stealing Malware Triples in 2024, Leaves Cyber Defenses in Panic Mode
In 2024, “SneakThief” malware stole the spotlight by targeting user credentials, making it into the top 10 techniques of the MITRE ATT&CK framework. Researchers found attackers love complex heists, though there’s no AI-driven malware yet. Focus on the top 10 techniques to stop these cybercriminals in their tracks!
Hot Take:
Who knew that hackers were such big fans of user credentials? It seems like they’ve all joined the “Identity Theft Club” and they’re not just satisfied with a free membership – they want the whole kit and kaboodle! We better brace ourselves because SneakThief has arrived, and it’s not here for a friendly game of hide and seek.
Key Points:
- Researchers analyzed over a million pieces of malware in 2024, with 25% targeting user credentials.
- Credential theft has surged, tripling compared to 2023, and is now a top technique in the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
- “SneakThief” is a new generation of info-stealing malware that focuses on stealth, persistence, and automation.
- No evidence of AI-driven malware, but average malware samples can perform 14 malicious actions.
- Exfiltration and stealth tactics accounted for 11.3 million cybercrime acts in 2024.
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