Personal Data Leak Exposes 600,000
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•Data broker blunder: More than 600,000 sensitive files exposed in data services leak
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Database that exposed over 600,000 records belongs to SL Data Services LLC , an information research provider that appears to prioritize convenience over basic data security.
The database was left publicly accessible without password protection or encryption, allowing anyone to grab it.
This kind of leak can lead to various dangerous outcomes, including phishing and social engineering tricks.
Kurt: It’s alarming how many companies profit from collecting personal data, yet fail to protect it.
With unprotected databases containing everything from criminal records to addresses, cybercriminals have a treasure trove of information to exploit.
Use strong, unique passwords for each of your online accounts and consider using a password manager to keep track of them securely.
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