What Is Account Takeover (ATO) And How to Protect Against It

Account takeover (ATO) is a type of cyberattack where criminals gain
unauthorized access to another individual’s online account, such as YouTube,
Instagram, or any other online account, to steal personal information, commit
fraud, or launch further attacks. ATOs can result in financial loss, identity
theft, and significant breach of privacy for both individuals and organizations.

In this article, we’ll explore how ATO attacks work, who they impact, and how to
identify them. And, of course, we’l