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technology5 months ago

Tea dating safety app suffers data breach exposing user messages and images

The women's dating safety app Tea has suspended messaging after a hack exposed thousands of images, posts, and comments, including sensitive conversations. The breach, affecting users who signed up before February 2024, has prompted the company to offer free identity protection and improve security measures. Experts warn users to remain vigilant as hackers may misuse the stolen data, which includes private messages and images.

cybersecurity2 years ago

LoanDepot Cybersecurity Incident Exposes Personal Data of 16.6 Million Customers

LoanDepot is still working to restore normal operations after a recent cybersecurity incident where an unauthorized third party accessed certain systems and encrypted data. The company has made progress in restoring its loan origination and loan servicing systems, including customer portals, and has determined that sensitive personal information of 16.6 million individuals was accessed. LoanDepot will notify these individuals and provide credit monitoring and identity protection services at no cost.

cybersecurity2 years ago

MGM Resorts Suffers $100M Loss in Cyberattack Fallout

MGM Resorts International has disclosed that the cyberattack it experienced in September will cost the company $100 million, with additional expenses for technology consulting services and legal fees. While the attack caused disruptions and impacted occupancy rates, the company expects a rebound in November, driven by the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Although customer passwords and payment card information were not compromised, personal information such as names, contact details, and Social Security numbers of some individuals were accessed. MGM Resorts will provide identity protection and credit monitoring services to affected customers.

data-breach2 years ago

HCA Healthcare Data Breach Exposes 11 Million Patients

HCA Healthcare, the parent company of HCA Florida, has disclosed a data breach impacting 11 million patients. The breach exposed patients' names, addresses, emails, phone numbers, birth dates, and appointment details. However, credit card numbers, account numbers, and social security numbers were not accessed. Over 100 hospitals and clinics in Florida, including Ocala, Osceola, Oviedo, and Lake Nona, were affected. HCA Healthcare will provide credit monitoring and identity protection services to affected patients and advises vigilance against spam calls, texts, or emails.