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Dark Web Vendors Exploit Supply Chain Vulnerabilities

Source: Dark Web Vendors Shift to Third Parties, Supply Chains (2025-07-03)

Cybercriminals increasingly target third-party vendors and supply chains on the dark web to access sensitive data and compromise organizations. These vendors often serve as entry points for malicious actors, who leverage the dark web marketplace ecosystem to buy and sell stolen credentials, malware, and other illicit services, thereby amplifying the risk for their clients. Organizations need to strengthen their supply chain security and monitor dark web activity to detect potential threats early. By understanding how cybercriminals exploit third-party relationships, companies can implement better safeguards, such as rigorous vendor assessments and continuous dark web monitoring, to mitigate the risk of breaches originating from these clandestine marketplaces.

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