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Why Identity-Based Attacks Are Replacing Exploits as the Primary Breach Vector

Modern attackers are moving from code exploits to credential abuse. Discover why identity is the new primary breach vector and how to defend against it.

February 9, 2026
10 min read
Why Identity-Based Attacks Are Replacing Exploits as the Primary Breach Vector
Identity Security
ITDR
MFA
Detection Engineering
Zero Trust
SO

Samson Otori

Cybersecurity Analyst
SOC Analyst & Security Researcher
United Kingdom

Samson Otori is a cybersecurity professional specializing in incident response, threat analysis, and security operations. With hands-on experience in SOC environments, he focuses on practical defensive security strategies and real-world incident analysis. Through 117SecOps, Samson shares insights on detection engineering, incident response, and the evolving threat landscape to help security teams improve their defensive capabilities.

Incident Response
Threat Analysis
SOC Operations
Detection Engineering