Billions of Personal Records Allegedly Stolen from Florida Security Firm
Lawsuit Accuses Data Broker of Negligence
A little-known company in Florida is accused of losing records on 29 billion individuals to hackers, according to a lawsuit filed on Monday. The lawsuit alleges that the company, which brokers personal data, was negligent in protecting the information.
Arrests Made in Connection with Alleged Breach
Authorities have arrested a 19-year-old Florida man in connection with the alleged breach. The man is charged with wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
The lawsuit alleges that the company failed to take reasonable steps to protect the data, including failing to use strong encryption and failing to properly train employees on cybersecurity.
Data Breach May Lead to Online Dump
A hacker with a history of selling stolen data has claimed responsibility for the breach and has threatened to dump the data online.
The breach, if confirmed, would be one of the largest in history.
Conclusion
The alleged breach is a reminder of the importance of protecting personal information. Companies that handle such data have a responsibility to take all necessary steps to keep it secure.
The lawsuit and the arrest of the suspect are a sign that law enforcement is taking the alleged breach seriously. It remains to be seen what the full impact of the breach will be, but it is clear that it has the potential to affect millions of people.
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