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Credential Stuffing
Credential Stuffing is a cyberattack where stolen account credentials (usernames/passwords) from one breach are used to gain unauthorized access to user accounts on other systems.
Attack Simulation
Dark Web Breach Database
Source: Leaked Forum Dump (2023)
Credential Found
user@email.com : password123
Social Media
user@email.com
Online Bank
user@email.com
Streaming
user@email.com
Shopping
user@email.com
System ready...
Interactive: Click "Launch Automated Attack" to see how a single leaked password can compromise multiple accounts if you reuse passwords.
Why it Works
- ReuseMost users reuse the same password across multiple services (email, banking, social media).
- AutomationAttackers use bots to test millions of username/password pairs against hundreds of websites in minutes.
- ScaleBillions of credentials are available on the dark web from past data breaches.
Prevention & Defense
Unique PasswordsUse a Password Manager to generate and store unique, complex passwords for every site.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)Stops credential stuffing dead in its tracks. Even if they have your password, they can't get in.
Breach MonitoringUse services like "Have I Been Pwned" to check if your email has appeared in a breach.