Identity Compromises Drive Surge in Cloud Attacks in Q3 2025

A report from ReliaQuest reveals that 44% of true-positive alerts in Q3 2025 were linked to identity-related weaknesses, such as excessive permissions and credential abuse. As organizations migrate assets to cloud platforms, identity management has become a critical security focus, with attackers increasingly exploiting valid credentials. The findings indicate that traditional security measures may not be sufficient against these identity-driven threats.