A new report from InfraTrust warns that attackers are increasingly targeting the management systems used to control enterprise infrastructure. These systems are attractive because they give operators broad control over networks, making them high-value targets for intrusion and lateral movement.
The report notes that several critical vulnerabilities have been actively exploited either before or shortly after vendors disclosed them. This pattern suggests attackers are monitoring vendor patches closely and racing to exploit flaws while defenders are still catching up.
The findings underscore the need for organizations to prioritize patching and monitoring of network management systems, as these are becoming a primary focus for attackers seeking to compromise enterprise environments.