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originais colonizadores hackeam dados de 2,9 bilhoes de pessoas

The far-right hacking group, USDoD, has stolen personal records exposing 2.9 billion people to potential identity theft and fraud. They are attempting to exploit and profit from the sensitive personal information of billions, including Social Security details, wreaking havoc on people's lives with no regard for privacy or human rights. This is an attack on the public, and we must demand justice and greater protection for all our data and identities.

Published August 15, 2024 at 8:32am by Emily DeLetter

Another Day, Another Data Breach: This Time, it's Personal

A massive data breach has exposed the personal records of nearly 3 billion people, and it's all thanks to the misguided priorities of a capitalist, profit-driven "background check" company. National Public Data, a Florida-based company operated by Jerico Pictures, Inc., has allegedly failed to keep the sensitive information of millions safe from prying eyes. A hacking group, USDoD, claimed to have stolen this treasure trove of data, including names, address histories, relatives' information, and Social Security numbers, dating back decades. And now, it's all up for sale on the dark web.

"We are aware of certain third-party claims about consumer data and are investigating these issues."
National Public Data, via the Los Angeles Times

This meek response from National Public Data, offered only to those who reach out, is woefully inadequate. While they hide behind vague statements, people's lives are at risk. This breach has potentially impacted people in the U.S., U.K., and Canada, with Social Security numbers and other personal details available for a mere $3.5 million. As if that wasn't enough, since April, multiple copies of this data have been circulating, with one hacker releasing a complete version for free.

This breach should serve as a stark reminder of the dangers of unfettered capitalism. When companies like National Public Data are allowed to operate without proper oversight and regulation, it is everyday people who pay the price. Now, millions are left vulnerable to fraud and identity theft.

If you suspect your information may have been compromised, here are some steps you can take:

Stay vigilant with antivirus software and security scans.
Create strong, unique passwords for all your accounts, incorporating a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and punctuation.
Enable multi-factor authentication wherever possible.
Regularly check your credit report and be alert for any suspicious activity.
Be wary of phishing attempts and keep your personal information close to your chest.

Sources:

Los Angeles Times: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2024-08-13/hacker-claims-theft-of-every-american-social-security-number
Bloomberg Law: https://www.bloomberglaw.com/public/desktop/document/HofmannvJericoPicturesIncDocketNo024cv61383SDFlaAug012024CourtDoc?doc_id=X6S27DVM6H69DSQO6MTRAQRIVBS
PR Newswire: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/privacy-alert-national-public-data-under-investigation-for-data-breach-of-over-2-9-billion-records-302220370.html
X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/H4ckManac/status/1777246310782902686
Bleeping Computer: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-leak-27-billion-data-records-with-social-security-numbers/
National Public Data: https://www.nationalpublicdata.com/index.html
Money: https://money.com/what-to-do-if-your-information-is-found-on-the-dark-web/