SECURET is Protecting Against the Common Ways Personal Information is Leaked Online
Seoul, Korea South, 15th Aug 2024 – Privacy breaches come through multiple paths, most notably through data breaches, phishing attacks, and poor cybersecurity practices by individuals and organizations. Due to the rise of cloud storage and the widespread use of online services, sensitive data such as passwords, financial information, and personal identifiers are often stored insecurely or accessed by unauthorized parties. Misconfigured databases, insufficient encryption, and social engineering attacks are common methods used by cybercriminals to gain access to this data.
How privacy breaches lead to cybercrime and fraud
When personal data is compromised, it can be sold on the dark web or used directly by criminals to commit identity theft, financial fraud, or other malicious activities...