Routine Access Is Powering Modern Intrusions, a New Threat Report Finds
Summary
A new threat report from Blackpoint Cyber indicates that modern cyber intrusions are predominantly initiated through the abuse of legitimate credentials and routine access methods, rather than traditional software exploits. This trend is largely driven by the misuse of VPNs, Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools, and social engineering tactics.
IFF Assessment
The increasing reliance on stolen credentials and legitimate access tools means attackers can bypass many traditional defenses, making it harder for defenders to distinguish malicious activity from normal operations.
Defender Context
Defenders need to strengthen credential management, implement multi-factor authentication rigorously, and enhance monitoring for anomalous activity within legitimate access channels. Focusing on insider threat detection and robust endpoint security is crucial as attackers exploit trusted pathways.