Account Takeover (ATO) is a form of identity theft where a malicious actor gains unauthorized access to a user's account credentials and assumes control of the account. This can occur through various methods, including phishing attacks, credential stuffing, or exploiting weak or reused passwords. Once an attacker has control of an account, they can perform fraudulent activities, steal sensitive information, or use the compromised account as a launching point for further attacks within an organization. Preventing Account Takeover requires a multi-layered approach, including strong authentication methods, user education, and advanced threat detection systems.
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