2.7 Billion Personal Records Exposed in Major Data Breach
Sensitive information from the US, UK, and Canada leaked on hacking forum, raising serious security concerns.
Overview
- The breach involves data from National Public Data, a company that scrapes and sells personal information.
- Details include names, addresses, and Social Security numbers, affecting millions.
- The data was initially offered for sale by hacker USDoD but later posted for free by another hacker, Fenice.
- A class-action lawsuit has been filed against National Public Data for gross negligence.
- Individuals are advised to monitor credit reports and be vigilant against phishing attempts.