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As we reach the halfway point of July 2024, the cybersecurity landscape has been rocked by several significant data breaches. These incidents underscore the urgent need for robust security measures and proactive strategies to safeguard sensitive information. In this article, we highlight some of the most impactful breaches of the month, discuss their implications, and provide actionable steps to protect your business. Additionally, we link to relevant resources that can help you stay informed and secure.
Disney, a giant in the entertainment industry, experienced a massive data breach when the hacker group “NullBulge” claimed to have leaked over 1.1 terabytes of internal Slack messages and files. The breach exposed unreleased projects, login credentials, and personal information of employees. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities associated with cloud-based communication platforms.
Read more: Disney Data Breach: What You Need to Know and How to Protect Yourself
AT&T announced a significant breach where call and text records of nearly all its cellular customers were exposed due to unauthorized access to a third-party cloud platform. The breach compromised telephone numbers, records of calls and texts, and cell site identification numbers.
Read more: How to Know if You Were Affected by the AT&T Data Breach and What to Do Next
Rite Aid disclosed that information from 2.2 million customers was stolen in a hack. The stolen data included names, addresses, dates of birth, and driver’s license numbers. The breach was facilitated by an attacker impersonating an employee to gain access to business systems.
UnitedHealth Group faced a cyberattack that could cost up to $2.45 billion for the year. The attack forced the shutdown of a claims processing system at its Change Healthcare subsidiary, impacting millions of Americans. The breach exposed sensitive health information, and despite paying a ransom, the company cannot guarantee that more data will not be leaked.
The 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) provided valuable insights into the current cybersecurity landscape. According to the report, phishing, exploit vulnerabilities, and credential theft are the top threats. The median time for users to fall for phishing emails is less than 60 seconds, and exploit vulnerabilities were involved in 56% of system intrusion incidents.
The recent breaches serve as a stark reminder of the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. Here are some actionable steps to protect your business:
Reduce the risk of credential theft by requiring MFA for all user accounts, especially those with access to sensitive data.
Stay ahead of exploit vulnerabilities by keeping all software and systems up-to-date with the latest patches.
Educate employees on how to recognize and report phishing attempts, reducing the likelihood of successful attacks.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate potential security gaps.
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Learn more: Soluify™ Cybersecurity Services
The data breaches in July 2024 highlight the evolving nature of cyber threats and the critical need for businesses to stay vigilant and proactive in their cybersecurity efforts. By understanding the key findings from recent incidents and implementing the recommended measures, organizations can better protect themselves against phishing, exploit vulnerabilities, and credential theft.
For more information on how Soluify™ can assist you in enhancing your cybersecurity posture, visit our website or contact us directly.
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