Point of Compromise: What Research Has Discovered

This Arctic Wolf Labs summary analyzes root points of compromise observed in 2022, finding that 72% of attacks stem from external exposure (primarily software exploits and remote access hijacks) while 28% involve user action (phishing, credential compromise, social engineering). The report emphasizes that many exploit paths involved known vulnerabilities that could have been mitigated via patching and vulnerability management, and recommends a holistic security posture including vulnerability/risk management, continuous detection and response, security awareness training, and incident response planning.