4.4 Million Consumers' Data Compromised in TransUnion Hack

TransUnion, one of the major credit bureaus in the United States, has revealed that a recent cyber attack has exposed the sensitive data of over 4 million consumers.

The company made this announcement in a letter dated earlier this week and posted to the website of Maine's attorney general. In the statement, TransUnion claimed that it had "recently experienced a cyber incident involving a third-party application serving our U.S. consumer support operations."

However, unlike many other companies who have fallen victim to similar hacks in recent years, TransUnion stated that the issue did not involve its core credit database or include credit reports. This has raised questions about the scope and severity of the breach.

Maine is one of several states with strict laws requiring companies to disclose certain kinds of breaches affecting residents within a specific timeframe. As a result, it's likely that TransUnion will have to inform Maine consumers affected by the hack in compliance with state regulations.

While the name of the third-party application used in the breach has not been disclosed, experts have noted that this type of attack is becoming increasingly common. In recent months, numerous U.S. corporations have fallen victim to similar hacks, where hackers trick employees into opening up their employers' Salesforce databases.

The incident highlights the growing threat of cyber attacks on companies and consumers alike. As more data is stored online, the risk of breaches increases, making it essential for organizations like TransUnion to take proactive measures to protect sensitive information.