Capital One Data Breach: Unraveling the 2019 Incident and Its Consequences In 2019, Capital One experienced a significant data breach that marked one of the most serious security incidents in the history of the financial industry. The breach impacted approximately 98 million individuals, exposing extensive personal data, including names, addresses,…
Data Breach Confirmed by Mt. Baker Imaging Two Months After Incident Mt. Baker Imaging has publicly acknowledged a significant data breach that occurred approximately two months prior. This confirmation has raised alarm among stakeholders, particularly in light of the sensitive nature of the information potentially compromised. As a player in…
Data Privacy, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime UK Law Firm Penalized £60,000 for GDPR Violations Following Ransomware Attack Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • April 16, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the United Kingdom has imposed a £60,000 fine on DDP Law, a law firm based in…
Hertz Global Holdings Inc. has recently faced significant challenges as reports surfaced regarding a potential data breach affecting sensitive customer information. The incident has raised concerns among both customers and investors, leading to a notable decline in Hertz’s stock value. This situation highlights the escalating risks businesses face from cyber…
Laboratory Services Cooperative (LSC), a prominent US-based laboratory serving healthcare providers, has confirmed that it experienced a data breach in October 2024, resulting in the exposure of sensitive member information. On October 27, LSC detected “suspicious activity” within its network, prompting an immediate notification to law enforcement and the engagement…
Data Breach Prompts Offer of Free Credit Monitoring: Important Considerations for Business Owners In the wake of a recent data breach affecting numerous individuals, several companies have begun offering complimentary credit monitoring services as a precautionary measure. This proactive response aims to help affected parties mitigate potential risks associated with…
Attorneys associated with ClassAction.org are currently investigating the potential for filing a class action lawsuit stemming from a significant data breach involving the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM). The breach is reported to have compromised the sensitive personal information of over 67,000 individuals, according to a statement…
Data Breach at Gilead Sciences Raises Concerns for Affected Individuals Attorneys associated with ClassAction.org are currently exploring the possibility of filing a class action lawsuit following a significant data breach at Gilead Sciences, a prominent biopharmaceutical company. Their inquiry has been prompted by reports of compromised personal information, and they…
Western Sydney University (WSU) has reported two significant security incidents that compromised personal information of its community members, raising concerns over data protection practices. This Australian institution is recognized for its diverse educational offerings, serving a student population of approximately 47,000, with over 4,500 permanent and temporary staff. WSU operates…
