TransUnion Data Breach: Hackers Stole 4.4 Million Customers’ Personal Information
TransUnion says hackers stole 4.4 million customers’ personal information, including Social Security numbers, in a major data breach.
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TransUnion Data Breach: Hackers Stole 4.4 Million Customers’ Personal Information TransUnion Says Hackers Stole 4.4 Million Customers’ Personal Information Credit reporting giant TransUnion says hackers stole 4.4 million customers’ personal information in a massive data breach disclosed this week. The company confirmed the stolen data includes sensitive details such as names, dates of birth, and Social Security numbers, raising serious concerns for millions of Americans. Image Credits:Christopher Dilts/Bloomberg / Getty Images The breach, reported in filings with state attorneys general, was linked to unauthorized access of a third-party application used by TransUnion’s U.S. consumer support operations. While TransUnion insists that no credit files were accessed, the company has not provided evidence to back this claim. What Happened in the TransUnion Breach? On July 28, attackers exploited a vulnerability in a third-party platform that stored personal data. This breach exposed highly sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, which are often used in iden…
