Why Stolen Credentials Remain Cybercriminals' Tool Of Choice
HelpNet Security, Thursday, July 31st, 2025
It's often the case that the simplest tools have the longest staying power, because they ultimately get the job done.
Take duct tape, for example: it's a sturdy household classic that wasn't invented to be elegant or high tech. It was made to work whether dealing with a leaky tent or an inconvenient puncture - a reliable way to just get the job done in a sticky situation.
Stolen credentials play a similar role in a threat actor's playbook. It's an old method that's still effective.