Google: stolen AI account market surged in 2026

Google Threat Intelligence Group reports a "major increase" in LLMjacking — the theft of credentials and API keys for access to AI models. Sysdig estimates unauthorized use of top-tier models costs victims $46,000–100,000 per day, while stolen access is sold at discounts of up to 97%.

• Google Threat Intelligence Group reports a "major increase" in LLMjacking in 2026
• Sysdig estimates unauthorized use of top-tier models costs $46,000–100,000 per day
• Access to Anthropic, Google and OpenAI accounts is sold at up to 97% off
• Recommended defenses include least privilege and immediate key rotation