Public Cloud Security Breaches
Get a clear view of the data breaches from 2020. Our reports break down each major incident, showing what went wrong and how to prevent similar issues. Gain practical insights to strengthen your data security from past breaches.
Blackbaud settles breach probe by states for nearly $50M
In the year 2020, a software company from South Carolina known as Blackbaud faced a ransomware attack, leading to the unauthorized access of personal data belonging to a large number of individuals. This security breach prompted legal repercussions at the state level, resulting in a significant financial settlement. The compromised data encompassed various details such as contact information, demographics, as well as sensitive data like Social Security numbers and protected health information. Implementation of adequate data security protocols could have averted this breach. This occurrence highlights the critical necessity of strong data security practices in safeguarding personal information.
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2020
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Lessons Learned from a Ransomware Negotiation: A Deep Dive into Cybersecurity Threats
A victim's negotiation with ransomware hackers on a $8,500,000 ransom showcases the importance of cybersecurity preparedness and the potential for reducing ransom amounts through negotiations.
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2020
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Blackbaud FTC Data Breach Settlement: Lessons Learned
Blackbaud's lax security practices allowed a hacker to steal sensitive consumer data, leading to a significant data breach. The company's delayed response and misleading information further exacerbated the impact on consumers.
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2020
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FTC Order Will Require Blackbaud to Delete Unnecessary Data, Boost Safeguards to Settle Charges its Lax Security Practices Led to Data Breach
A lack of strong security measures by Blackbaud enabled a cybercriminal to infiltrate the company's system and obtain the private information of numerous customers. This breach led to the exposure of significant details such as Social Security and banking details. The delayed reaction from the company and the absence of efficient security protocols worsened the impact on those affected. As part of the settlement, Blackbaud must eliminate redundant data, enhance its protective measures, and establish a thorough data security strategy.
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2020
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Cisco's September 2018 Data Breach via Ex-Employee's AWS Credentials Misuse
Cisco's significant data breach in September 2018 was caused by a former engineer who misused AWS credentials to delete virtual machines of the WebEx Teams application. The company's failure to deactivate the former employee's access and outdated access management practices led to a costly outage. Cisco did not press for compensation despite the financial hit.
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2020
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