Aflac Incorporated disclosed a cybersecurity incident where unauthorized access was gained, potentially compromising data including claims, health data, social security numbers, and personal information. The intrusion was stopped rapidly, and no ransomware was involved. The attack is part of a broader campaign against the insurance industry. As a cautionary step, Aflac is offering 24-month free credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and a Medical Shield to affected parties.
Former U.S. Soldier Pleads Guilty to Hacking and Extortion Scheme Involving Telecommunications Companies
Cameron John Wagenius, 21, a former Army soldier most recently stationed in Texas, pleaded guilty on July 15 to conspiring to hack into telecommunications companies’
