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Leaked Credentials

Leaked credentials are username and password combinations or authentication tokens that have been exposed through data breaches and are available on dark web forums, paste sites, or criminal marketplaces. They are a primary ransomware and account takeover entry vector. Assessed in Black Kite's Privacy group under the Leaked Credentials category.