Do you know what 23andMe, Jason's Deli, North Face, and Hot Topic have in common? They've all been breached by successful credential stuffing attacks in the last year! An attack type that has gained prominence in recent years is credential stuffing. In this blog, we will explore what credential stuffing is, discuss current approaches to mitigate this type of attack, and their weaknesses. Additionally, we'll share our insights on what needs to be. What is Credential Stuffing? Credential stuffing is a cyberattack in which attackers use stolen username and password combinations from one breach or data leak to gain unauthorized access to accounts across various websites and services. Unlike more sophisticated cyber attacks, credential stuffing leverages already stolen username-password pairs, applying them en masse in an attempt to breach multiple accounts. This method exploits a common weakness: the tendency of users to reuse passwords across various online services. The process is relatively straightforward. Attackers use automated tools to rapidly test stolen credentials against websites and applications. This is typically done using bots, making it possible to test thousands, if not millions, of credentials in a short span of time. **Devastating Impact ** The consequences of a breach for individuals may involve identity theft, financial loss, privacy invasion, bankruptcy and more. The impact on businesses are likely to be data breaches, loss of customer trust, financial…Read More