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Ghost Accounts Exposed: How Forgotten Digital Credentials Become Gateways for Devastating Cyberattacks

Author
Quiet. Please
Published
Sat 07 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ghost-accounts-exposed-how-forgotten-digital-credentials-become-gateways-for-devastating-cyberattacks--66435669

Discover the digital dangers lurking in your networks on this episode of Ghost Accounts with host Finn Hack. Learn about the hidden risk of abandoned user credentials as Finn explores three real-world cases: a forgotten admin account that led to a major data breach, persistent ghost logins that bypassed security measures, and how dormant VPN credentials resulted in a devastating ransomware attack. With 65% of companies harboring over 1,000 ghost accounts, this episode delivers essential cybersecurity insights for protecting your organization from these invisible threats. Tune in for practical tips on proper offboarding, credential management, and regular security audits to prevent these digital specters from haunting your systems.

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