The Quiet Way In
In Q2 2026, PDI analyzed more than 1 trillion security events and found attackers increasingly turning to stolen credentials and exposed edge devices to gain access while avoiding detection. Ransomware publications reached a new all-time high, while exploit activity continued to climb.
The result: Attackers have more ways to quietly gain access—while organizations have less time to detect and respond.
Attackers Are Learning To Blend In
Threat actors don’t always need to deploy malware or trigger obvious warning signs. Stolen credentials can provide legitimate-looking access, while unpatched VPNs, firewalls, and other exposed edge devices give attackers opportunities to enter an environment and begin moving toward valuable systems and data.
Inside the Q2 2026 Threat Landscape
The Q2 2026 Cyber Threat Landscape Report delivers a concise executive snapshot of:
- The 11.47% quarter-over-quarter rise in ransomware publications
- The continued targeting of VPNs, firewalls, and other edge devices
- The role of stolen credentials and infostealers in enabling quiet access
- The 11.94% quarter-over-quarter rise in exploit attempts
Get the Full Picture
Download the report to understand how attackers are finding quieter ways in—and what that means for your organization.