Rogue employees present significant financial and cybersecurity risks to organizations. Rapid7 threat researchers and penetration testers are actively observing how malicious actors exploit hiring pipelines to infiltrate businesses. This blog highlights real-world tactics, including:
- Insider Reconnaissance: Rogue applicants leveraging interviews to map office layouts, identify vulnerable devices, and even plant malware during site visits.
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