The ability to secrete effector proteins that can enter plant cells and manipulate host
processes is a key determinant of what makes a successful plant pathogen. Here, we review
intracellular effectors from filamentous (fungal and oomycete) phytopathogens and the host
proteins and processes that are targeted to promote disease. We cover contrasting virulence
strategies and effector modes of action. Filamentous pathogen effectors alter the fates of
host proteins that they target, changing their stability, their activity, their location, and the …