Silk Typhoon cyber group exploits IT flaws to breach corporate networks
A long-standing cyber threat group known as Silk Typhoon has been exploiting common IT systems to break into corporate networks. First identified around 2012, this group gains access by abusing stolen API keys, leaked credentials, and unpatched software vulnerabilities. The group conducts password spray attacks, scanning public repositories for exposed corporate passwords to infiltrate accounts. Once inside, they move laterally from on-premises systems to cloud environments by stealing credentials and compromising Active Directory.
Silk Typhoon remains a significant risk to organizations by leveraging stolen credentials, unpatched systems, and compromised hardware. Security teams are urged to apply updates, restrict access, and closely track suspicious behavior to reduce the likelihood of breaches. The group’s tactics continue to evolve, requiring ongoing vigilance from affected sectors.
