Infiltrate and Escalate: The 2025 Access Brokers Report

What if you had no idea your company’s network had been initially breached and access had already been sold to several attackers? 

Rapid7 intelligence analysts share their insights into how Initial Access Brokers (IABs) are fueling a booming underground economy by selling network access. They also share wisdom on how you can protect your organization from becoming the next listing.

Inside the report

The Rapid7 2025 Access Brokers Report dives deep into this underground economy to reveal how IABs operate, what they're selling, who they’re targeting, and how cheap access to your network really is.

• Privileged access is common: Over 70% of IAB listings included user privileges, allowing attackers to move laterally and escalate quickly.
• It’s affordable: Nearly 40% of listings were priced between $500 and $1,000, making already-compromised networks accessible to attackers of all skill levels.
• Many of the same entry points: Nearly 60% of listings offered access via the top three access points.

Download the report now to get all the details.