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Why Data Breach Awareness Matters More Than Ever
Two recent class action cases highlight this reality clearly, and they offer an important reminder of why awareness is the first and most important line of defence.
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Aflac Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of More Than 22 Million People
What happened, what data was involved, and what you should do next
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Fortinet's File Fiasco: 440GB of Data Walks Out the Door!
Fortinet confirmed a data breach involving 440GB of stolen data, potentially exposing sensitive corporate and customer information. Users are urged to strengthen their security measures and monitor for any suspicious activity.
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Background Check Breach: 100 Million Americans' Info Just Got a Public Preview!
A massive data breach exposed sensitive background check information for 100 million Americans, including Social Security numbers and credit reports. The breach puts millions at risk of identity theft, urging individuals to take immediate steps to protect their financial information.
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Oops, We Hertz Your Data
Hertz experienced a data breach that exposed over 60,000 insurance claim reports containing personal information such as names and contact details. While the breach poses a moderate risk of identity theft or phishing, the most sensitive financial data was not compromised
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"AT&T's Data Oops: More Than Just Dropped Calls!"
AT&T experienced a data breach impacting 9 million customers, exposing personal details like account numbers and phone numbers. Fortunately, financial and Social Security information was not compromised, but users should remain cautious and update their security practices.
