🚨 Breaking News! 🚨 Over 40 billion records, including sensitive emails and banking notices, were left exposed online, leaving millions of people vulnerable. Here’s what we know so far:
The Big Picture:
– Security researcher Jeremiah Fowler stumbled upon a massive, unsecured database belonging to Indian marketing giant Netcore Cloud Pvt. Ltd.
– The database, weighing a whopping 13 terabytes, was left open without any password protection, allowing anyone with an internet connection to access it.
What Was Exposed?
Fowler found a treasure trove of sensitive information, including:
– Emails and IP addresses
– Banking activity notices
– Employment-related messages and account verification emails
– Marketing messages and healthcare notifications
– Partial account numbers and records marked as ‘confidential’
The Company Behind the Breach:
Netcore is a major player in the marketing scene, providing cloud-based tools for businesses to communicate with customers across various digital channels. With offices worldwide, they serve over 6,500 customers, including big names like Flipkart, Disney Hotstar, and McDonald’s.
What Happened Next?
Fowler reached out to Netcore, and they swiftly secured the database. However, it’s still unknown how long the data was exposed or if any malicious actors accessed it before Fowler did.
Stay Informed:
– Keep an eye on our tech news for more updates on this story.
– For tips on protecting your digital identity, check out our guide to the best authenticator apps and password managers.
