The largest-ever data breach has reportedly occurred with a hacking group claiming to have stolen nearly 3 billion individuals’ personal information, including social security numbers, from background check company National Public Data. Most of the information has been released for free online. Advice to guard against phishing messages, identity theft and vigilance after a breach is recommended while services to monitor personal info exposure are available.

UK’s Legal Aid Agency Experiences Cyberattack
A UK Ministry of Justice executive agency was targeted in a cyberattack, compromising its systems. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in cybersecurity, prompting a review of