On September 22, 2023, Financial Institution Service Corp. (FISC) sent shockwaves through the financial sector by filing a notice of a data breach with the Attorney General of Maine. This breach, which occurred due to a vulnerability in the file-transfer application MOVEit, exposed the personal information of over 750,000 individuals. […]
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In a stark reminder of the increasing cyber threats faced by educational institutions, Lakeland Community College in Ohio recently announced a data breach that may have compromised the personal, financial, and health information of approximately 290,000 individuals. While the college did not provide specific details about the attack, it highlights […]
On July 14, 2023, American Multi-Cinema, Inc., better known as AMC Theatres, reported a data breach incident to the Attorney General of Texas. The breach allowed unauthorized access to sensitive consumer information, including names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and medical data. As the investigation unfolded, AMC began notifying […]
Loren D. Stark Company (LDS), a leading retirement plan consulting firm, has taken immediate action in response to a recent data security incident that affected their organization. The breach, uncovered on October 18, 2022, involved unauthorized access to specific systems within LDS’s network environment, potentially resulting in the acquisition of […]
Ernst & Young LLP (EY), a prominent United States firm providing consulting, advisory, and tax services, has issued a notification regarding a recent data security breach involving personal data. EY’s services are utilized by Bank of America, involving the handling of sensitive information. The breach came to light on May […]
In a recent revelation, Healthfirst, a prominent health insurer, disclosed a data breach that has compromised the personal information of approximately 5,300 of its members. The breach, which occurred in 2013 as part of a criminal fraud scheme against the insurer, highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the healthcare industry […]
In a recent development that has raised concerns about data security and consumer privacy, Starmount Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Unum Group, has disclosed a data breach incident that occurred on August 3, 2023. The breach was the result of an unauthorized intrusion into the company’s MOVEit server, leading […]
In a recent development, Regal Securities, a respected financial services company headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, found itself grappling with a significant cybersecurity incident that has raised concerns about the safety of client information. The incident came to light in February 2023 when Regal Securities detected suspicious activity that disrupted access […]
Jefferson Health has recently disclosed a privacy incident that has raised concerns regarding the security of patient information. The healthcare institution has taken steps to notify affected individuals through mailed letters. The incident dates back to June 15, 2023, during a routine maintenance procedure at Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital. It […]
In a startling revelation, MassMutual Ascend Life Insurance Company, Annuity Investors Life Insurance Company (AILIC), and Manhattan National Life Insurance Company (MNL) have reported a significant data breach, leaving the personal data of thousands of their clients potentially compromised. The breach, tied to a security incident involving the MOVEit file […]