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January 25, 2024
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Announced Data Leak Jan 2024

As you may be aware there was a serious data leak that was announced yesterday, following initial concerns received, we have drafted some information for you to share with your company/team to ensure that we are all keep safe in the cyber world.

 

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A massive data leak has exposed the personal information of 26 billion users across several popular online platforms, including Dropbox, LinkedIn and Twitter. The leak, which was discovered by security researcher Davey Winder, contains email addresses, passwords, phone numbers, and other sensitive data that could be used by hackers to launch phishing attacks, identity theft, or account takeover.

 

Current list of confirmed breaches:

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As an IT Managed Service Provider, we strongly advise our clients and users to take immediate action to preform their online accounts and data. Here are some steps you can follow: 

  • Reset your passwords for any accounts that were affected by the leak, or that use the same or similar passwords as those accounts. Use strong and unique passwords for each account, and avoid reusing passwords across different platforms.
  • Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) where available. MFA adds an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring a code or a device confirmation in addition to your password. This makes it harder for hackers to access your accounts even if they have your password.
  • Be alert for any suspicious emails, calls, or messages that claim to be from the affected platforms or other legitimate sources. Do not click on any links or attachments, or provide any personal or financial information, unless you are sure of the sender's identity and authenticity. Hackers may use the leaked data to impersonate trusted entities and trick you into giving up more information or money.
  • Monitor your credit reports and bank statements for any unusual activity or transactions. If you notice anything suspicious, report it to the relevant authorities and institutions as soon as possible.

 

We take your security and privacy very seriously, and we are here to help you in any way we can. If you have any questions or concerns or would like more information on the Cyber Security packages we offer, already a bunker client?  contact us at Servicedesk@bunker.technology.

If you are new to Bunker and want some advise about this or any other Cyber Security concerns you can also reach out to us through our website: https://www.bunker.technology/en/contact-us.