By: Phil Muncaster
Vulnerability exploitation has overtaken compromised credentials for the first time in nearly two decades as the most common initial access vector for data breaches, according to Verizon.


Phil Muncaster is a UK/EMEA News Reporter at Infosecurity Magazine. With over 18 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity journalism, he focuses on themes such as cybercrime, data protection, and privacy laws, while actively seeking compelling stories related to state-sponsored threats and the surveillance state. Phil's work has been featured in notable publications including welivesecurity.com, ChannelBuzz.ca, and the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI).
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Phil’s coverage heavily focuses on privacy and cybersecurity, particularly on breaking news, government announcements, and data citations. For effective outreach to Phil Muncaster, consider offering expert insights or analysis related to recent cybersecurity incidents such as ransomware attacks, hacking trends, data breaches, or fraud.
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