November 19, 2024 at 09:44AM The text discusses the persistent issue of data breaches in cybersecurity, highlighting the author’s experiences. It calls for companies to improve both pre- and post-breach practices, including timely notifications and proactive tools for consumers. Additionally, it suggests implementing industry regulations and financial accountability for companies to better protect consumer data. … Read more
November 18, 2024 at 08:49AM Great Plains Regional Medical Center in Oklahoma is notifying over 133,000 individuals of a ransomware attack that compromised personal information, including Social Security numbers and health data. The attack was discovered on September 8, and the hospital is offering free credit monitoring for affected patients while restoration efforts have been … Read more
November 15, 2024 at 02:26PM AnnieMac Home Mortgage reported a data breach affecting 171,000 customers, where an intruder accessed names and Social Security numbers. The company found no evidence of data misuse and is investigating the incident. Affected individuals are offered 12 months of credit monitoring. The breach raises concerns for financially vulnerable customers. ### … Read more
November 4, 2024 at 09:58AM In July 2024, a ransomware attack in Columbus, Ohio, compromised the personal data of 500,000 individuals. The Rhysida gang claimed to have stolen sensitive information and subsequently leaked 45% on the dark web. The City is offering credit monitoring services and advising impacted individuals to monitor for suspicious activity. ### … Read more
October 24, 2024 at 03:18PM Landmark Admin reports a data breach affecting over 800,000 individuals due to a May cyberattack. Personal information accessed may include names, Social Security numbers, and financial details. Landmark is investigating the incident and advising affected individuals to monitor their accounts for suspicious activity. No perpetrators have been identified yet. ### … Read more
October 14, 2024 at 06:13PM Gryphon Healthcare reported a data breach affecting up to 400,000 individuals, compromising sensitive patient information including personal and medical data. The incident was detected on August 13, with notifications sent to victims shortly after. Legal actions are underway, as class-action lawsuits emerge following similar healthcare data breaches. ### Meeting Notes … Read more
October 10, 2024 at 05:35PM Fidelity Investments informed 77,099 individuals about a data breach in August, assuring that their accounts were not compromised. The breach involved unauthorized access to customer information between August 17-19. Fidelity is offering two years of free credit monitoring and has engaged an external firm to investigate the incident. ### Meeting … Read more
October 10, 2024 at 04:15PM Over 77,000 Fidelity Investments clients were notified of a data breach where unauthorized access to personal information occurred between Aug. 17-19. Although customer accounts were unaffected, concerns around identity theft persist. Fidelity offers two years of free credit monitoring and advises clients to monitor their financial activities closely. ### Meeting … Read more
October 10, 2024 at 12:57PM Fidelity Investments reported a data breach in August, exposing personal information of over 77,000 customers. An unknown attacker accessed data through two newly created accounts. Fidelity has initiated an investigation and offers affected individuals two years of free credit monitoring services while advising vigilance against identity theft. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
October 9, 2024 at 03:38PM National Public Data, a data brokerage in Florida, has filed for bankruptcy after a massive data breach potentially affecting hundreds of millions. Originally claiming 1.3 million were impacted, the true figure is higher. The company faces numerous lawsuits and regulatory challenges, with minimal assets to address liabilities. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more