Amid Sharp Increase in Identity-Based Attacks, CrowdStrike Unveils New Threat Hunting Capability

CrowdStrike has highlighted a significant increase in identity-based attacks, with a notable rise in Kerberoasting incidents and access broker advertisements on the dark web. These trends underscore the evolving tactics of adversaries who are increasingly targeting identity credentials rather than exploiting traditional software vulnerabilities. In response, CrowdStrike has introduced a new identity threat hunting capability within its Falcon OverWatch Elite, offering enhanced visibility and early detection of compromised credentials across environments. This service aims to provide proactive defenses against identity threats by leveraging identity telemetry to identify unauthorized access, complemented by 24/7 monitoring and analysis via the AI-powered Falcon platform. This approach is part of a broader strategy to fortify cybersecurity measures amid a shifting threat landscape, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance and advanced detection techniques to protect against sophisticated cyber attacks.