Password Attack — The North Face Confirms Data Breach
The North Face, a renowned brand in the outdoor apparel industry, has confirmed that it suffered a data breach on April 23. With an annual revenue of over $3 billion, this fashion giant is no stranger to the spotlight, and unfortunately, its website has become a target for cybercriminals.
The American retailer, part of the VF Corporation group, which also owns brands such as Dickies, Timberland, and Vans, has revealed that an attacker launched a small-scale credential stuffing attack on April 23. This type of attack involves using stolen usernames and passwords from previous breaches to gain unauthorized access to other accounts.
Benjamin Fabre, CEO of DataDome, explains that hackers can start with credential stuffing attacks by investing as little as $500 in software, email and password combo lists, and proxy services for obfuscation. This makes it a relatively easy path for attackers to follow.
The North Face has taken steps to mitigate the damage by disabling passwords and encouraging affected customers to create new and unique passwords on their website. However, some sensitive information was compromised during the attack, including:
- Name
- Purchase history
- Shipping address
- Email address
- Date of birth
- Telephone number
However, payment information has not been compromised as a third-party provider handles all site payments.
The North Face is taking proactive measures to protect its customers' data and prevent future breaches. The company's statement advises customers not to use the same password for their account on the website that they use on other websites.
As the situation unfolds, we will continue to provide updates and insights into this developing story.
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