Data Breach
FBI Removes Contractor After Major Data Breach
The FBI has removed an Accenture contractor following a data breach attributed to missed security patches on the agency's PeopleSoft system. The ShinyHunters breach exposed personal information of thousands of FBI employees.
Major EY Breach Exposes Goldman Sachs Data in Undetectable Attack
A breach at professional services firm EY compromised sensitive corporate data linked to Goldman Sachs and Man Group. Cybersecurity experts warned that attackers increasingly exploit everyday workplace software to steal data without triggering traditional defenses.
Asos Confirms Breach via Compromised Platform
Fashion retailer Asos confirmed that hackers exploited a third-party communication platform to send unauthorized notifications to app users. The company advises users not to engage with the fraudulent message.
Major Japanese Companies Report Massive Customer Data Breaches
Three significant Japanese organizations disclosed major data leaks within days: Yakiniku King BBQ exposed over 10 million customer records, Korea Electric Power Corp. leaked 24,000 employee details, and Daiwa Securities had information on 110,000 clients compromised. The breaches highlight growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the financial and retail sectors.
Japanese publisher Nikkei discloses employee email breaches
Publishing giant Nikkei confirms attackers compromised employee cloud email accounts at Microsoft and Google. One breached account was used to send phishing messages targeting thousands of recipients.
Accenture Contractor Removed from FBI Following Major Data Breach
An Accenture contractor was removed from their FBI post following a damaging data breach at the organization. The incident prompted the federal agency to reassess its vendor relationships and security protocols.