Exploring the Dark Web Market for Compromised Credentials
Kaspersky's team analyzed millions of devices affected by infostealers, malware that steals sensitive data like login details and bank information. Their report shows a 35% rise in infections, with Windows 10 Enterprise users heavily targeted. New infostealer types made up 28% of cases.
The study also found a 21% re-infection rate among employees at 50 banks, indicating lapses in awareness and security practices. The report advises stronger password rules, better staff training, and dark web monitoring for stolen credentials. The full white paper details the infostealer threat and defense strategies.