Airbus, the latest victim of a data breach, had their confidential business information exposed, underscoring the critical importance of mitigating data breaches in today's digital landscape. The breach was orchestrated by a threat actor known as 'USDoD,' who compromised a Turkish Airlines employee account using the Redline info-stealer malware in August 2023. This malware, notorious for targeting saved passwords and session cookies, enables threat actors to bypass multi-factor authentication, posing a significant risk to data security.

What makes this breach particularly concerning is the avoidable nature of the incident. Airbus confirmed that the compromised account served as the initial attack vector, highlighting the urgency for organisations to bolster their cyber security measures against such threats. The breach exposed details of 3,200 employees and suppliers, potentially enabling malicious actors to launch phishing attacks, business email compromises, or account takeovers etc. This incident also sheds light on the broader cybersecurity landscape, with info-stealer infections witnessing a staggering 6,000% surge since 2018, facilitating various malicious activities, including corporate espionage, ransomware attacks, and account takeovers.

Rahil Zuyaan, our Privacy Analyst at Privacy Culture Limited highlights the importance of companies having to remain vigilant and adapt security measures to address emerging risks. This incident yet again serves as a stark wake-up call, highlighting the need for organisations to prioritise data security and vigilance in an era where cyber threats continue to evolve. By staying proactive, monitoring for potential breaches, and fortifying cybersecurity measures, companies can mitigate the risks associated with data breaches and protect their sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands.

Our Horizon Platform can help with assessing and addressing risks associated with changing regulatory demands and provide tailored recommendations to help you improve and strengthen your defensible position. The Horizon Platform is a significant step towards embedding a culture of privacy compliance within your organisation, by identifying gaps in the existing privacy framework, recognising key priority areas, and delivering tailored training solutions to help strengthen your defensible position and avoid fines.

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