Audit Your Active Directory Password Exposure

Threat actors often target compromised Active Directory (AD) credentials to exploit victims’ systems, as AD is a central repository for user access and permissions. Once attackers gain unauthorized access to valid AD credentials—through methods like phishing, brute-forcing, or exploiting vulnerabilities—they can move laterally within the network. This allows them to escalate privileges, access sensitive data, install malware, or compromise critical systems. By leveraging AD credentials, attackers can effectively bypass security controls, maintaining persistent access and increasing the potential impact of their attacks, making it crucial for organizations to secure and monitor AD environments vigilantly.