Topic: identity theft risks
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Data Breach Risks: How Much Should You Worry?
Data breaches are increasingly common in the UK, posing risks to consumers, but proactive measures can mitigate potential harm. Cyberattacks target businesses, especially retailers, exploiting weak security systems like service desks to access sensitive customer data. Identity theft is a major lo...
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Krispy Kreme Data Breach Affects 160,000+ Customers
Krispy Kreme disclosed a data breach affecting over 160,000 customers, exposing sensitive personal and financial information during a late 2023 cyberattack. The Play ransomware group claimed responsibility, stealing Social Security numbers, financial credentials, and health data, later publishing...
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Ahold Delhaize Data Breach Exposes 2.2 Million Customers
Ahold Delhaize suffered a major data breach affecting 2.2 million individuals, exposing sensitive employee records like names, government IDs, and bank details, but customer data remained untouched. The breach, 40 times larger than typical ransomware attacks on retailers, highlights a trend of cy...
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