Nearly seven in ten people affected by data breaches handled by Kroll were exposed through outside suppliers, highlighting the risks of relying on third-party vendors.
Earlier attacks and coverage
No earlier related attack in our archive yet.
Business impact
Organizations face significant challenges in managing breaches involving third-party vendors, potentially leading to financial losses, operational disruptions, and legal and reputational damage.
Industries affected
The issue affects businesses across multiple industries, as breaches can impact customers of various organizations through shared service providers.
Users affected
Customers whose data is held by unfamiliar companies are at risk, requiring them to understand how their information was compromised and take necessary actions.
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Sources
- Breach victims discover their data was held by companies they’ve never heard of (Help Net Security)
