Specops Breached Password Report 2026

Credential theft drives enterprise breaches, with attackers stealing billions of passwords annually via infostealer malware and selling them on criminal marketplaces. Despite complexity rules, weak patterns persist.

Analysis of six billion stolen passwords shows how attackers exploit predictable structures, shared accounts, and breach data. Key findings include:

· LummaC2 dominating as the top infostealer, compromising 60M+ credentials
· Eight-character passwords and patterns like "Admin@123" remaining common
· Credential aggregation enabling persistent attacks post-compromise

Read the report to uncover exposure patterns and practical controls to reduce password risks.