In a recent announcement, the Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that Chinas military was behind the 2017 Equifax breach. This cyber attack exposed the sensitive information of over 147 million Americans and raised concerns about national security. But how exactly did this happen?
The Equifax breach occurred in 2017 when hackers gained access to the personal information of millions of Americans stored in Equifaxs database. This breach exposed names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, and in some cases, even drivers license numbers. The impact of this breach was significant, leading to a loss of trust in Equifax and questions about data security.
The DOJs investigation into the Equifax breach revealed that the hack was orchestrated by Chinas military. The hackers used a sophisticated method known as zero-day vulnerability to exploit Equifaxs security weaknesses and access their database. This discovery raised concerns about the involvement of foreign entities in cyber attacks targeting U.S. companies and institutions.
What were the consequences of the Equifax breach for affected individuals?
In response to the breach, Equifax took several steps to address the security issues and prevent future incidents. They invested in upgrading their security infrastructure, conducted regular security audits, and implemented new protocols to protect consumer data. Despite these efforts, the breach highlighted the vulnerabilities of even major companies when it comes to cybersecurity.
Individuals can take steps to protect themselves from cyber attacks by regularly monitoring their credit reports, using strong and unique passwords, and enabling two-factor authentication on their online accounts. Additionally, using reputable credit monitoring services can help individuals detect any suspicious activity or identity theft in a timely manner.
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Chinas Military Blamed for 2017 Equifax Hack: DoJ