Account takeover attacks have emerged as one of the most persistent and damaging threats to cloud-based SaaS environments. Despite significant investments in traditional security measures, many organizations still struggle to prevent these attacks. In a new report titled “Why Account Takeover Attacks Still Succeed, and Why the Browser is Your Secret Weapon in Stopping Them,” it is argued that the browser is where account takeover attacks occur and should be neutralized. The report also offers guidance for mitigating the account takeover risk.
Here are some key points highlighted in the report:
The Role of the Browser in Account Takeovers
The report explains how the SaaS kill chain leverages fundamental components within the browser for account takeover, including executed web pages, browser extensions, and stored credentials. Once a user’s credentials are compromised, attackers can operate freely within SaaS apps, making traditional security measures ineffective against this shorter kill chain.
Dissecting Account Takeover TTPs
The report delves into the main tactics, techniques, and procedures of account takeover attacks, such as phishing, malicious browser extensions, and authentication and access via a login page. It analyzes why traditional security controls fail to protect against these methods and how a browser security platform can mitigate the risks.
What’s Next for Security Decision Makers
The report emphasizes the critical role of the browser as an attack surface and urges organizations to adapt their security approach. A browser security solution is identified as key in countering existing attack techniques and forcing attackers to reassess their strategies. Read the full report to learn more.