Ever wonder what happens when hackers get hacked? We put together a quick FAQ to highlight the lessons defenders can learn from underground betrayals. What do these leaks from hacking groups show us? - Hackers face the same pitfalls as enterprises—weak passwords, insider betrayals, reused infrastructure, and unpatched vulnerabilities. Why does this matter for defenders? - Each leak offers intelligence that can sharpen detection rules, inform tabletop exercises, and highlight overlooked risks like attackers searching for cyber insurance policies. How should organizations respond? - Integrate adversary mistakes into training, update incident response playbooks based on real-world tactics, and monitor for insider threats within your own environment. Should defenders strike back? - Calls for “hack-back” raise real risks of escalation. Retaliation can easily spill into civilian infrastructure—so focus on building stronger defenses, not counterattacks. Read the full analysis here: https://www.lmgsecurity.com/when-hackers-get-hacked-lessons-from-underground-betrayals/ #ThreatIntelligence #IncidentResponse #RiskManagement
