The underground economy thrives on the Dark Web, where cybercriminals exploit crises like COVID-19 to launch scams, phishing, and ransomware while selling fake vaccines and stolen data. OT systems, elections, and supply chains have become prime targets, with breaches like SolarWinds and Microsoft Exchange showing how vulnerabilities ripple across industries. Data is traded like currency, from credit cards to full PII records, fueling extortion and credential stuffing. Nation-states and APT groups increasingly exploit this ecosystem for espionage and disruption. Trustwave SpiderLabs highlights continuous testing, responsible disclosure, and collaboration as essential to counter evolving threats.

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