Protecting Sensitive Data After a Data Breach
The recent data breach involving a lost and found software provider exposed nearly 1 million records, revealing personal details of travelers across North America and Europe. This incident serves as…
Protecting Your Medical and Personal Privacy
A recent data breach at DM Clinical Research exposed over 1.6 million sensitive medical and personal records due to an unprotected database. Incidents like this highlight the growing risks individuals…
Unsecured Fintech Database Exposes Sensitive Customer Data
A security researcher recently discovered a publicly accessible database linked to financial services provider Willow Pays, exposing the sensitive information of thousands of customers. The database, which lacked password protection,…
What to Do If You Suspect Your Data Has Been Compromised
Data breaches are becoming increasingly common in the digital age, leaving personal and professional information vulnerable to misuse. The Builder.ai data breach, which exposed over 3 million records, is a…
Biggest Recent Healthcare Data Breaches
The healthcare sector, entrusted with safeguarding highly sensitive personal and medical information, has become a prime target for data breaches in recent years. From ransomware attacks to unsecured databases, millions…
Data Breaches in Background Check Services
Privacy Risks and Lessons from the Propertyrec Incident Background check and data aggregation services play a crucial role in modern life, providing critical information for employers, landlords, and others making…
Data Breach Exposes Security Risks for Social Media and Dating Platforms
A recent data breach at Forces Penpals, a social networking and dating platform catering to military personnel and their supporters, has brought attention to the cybersecurity vulnerabilities of online platforms.…
UN Women Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information
A major data breach involving a database connected to UN Women has exposed highly sensitive records of thousands of individuals and civil society organizations, raising serious privacy and security concerns.…
Sports Tech Data Breach Exposes 31 Million Records
Why Companies Must Prioritize Encryption A major data breach has compromised over 31 million records tied to TrackMan, a leading sports technology company known for its golf simulators and data…
The Sensitivity of Biometric Data and the Risks of Its Exposure Online
Biometric data is becoming an integral part of everyday life, from unlocking smartphones to verifying identities in financial and healthcare systems. However, the recent ChoiceDNA data breach, where sensitive biometric…