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You know what's interesting about data breaches? Everyone focuses on credit card numbers and financial data, but the reality is that every piece of information has value to someone. The Legal Aid breach perfectly illustrates this point, with over two million pieces of information accessed including details about domestic abuse victims, family cases, and criminal proceedings.

Most people aren’t overly protective of their home address. They don’t give it to anyone who asks, but they also don’t find it too suspicious when an e-commerce website or application asks for the information. However, your home address is a crucial part of your financial identity. It is common for an online transaction to fail because the consumer inputs the wrong zip code or street number.

Coinbase is a digital currency platform that allows consumers to transact using digital currencies, including Ethereum and Bitcoin. It is one of the most popular exchanges, with millions of users. The company’s initial vision is to bring efficiency and innovation to the global economy. Despite significant security measures to secure the wallet and transactions, there was a breach in late 2024. It began when hackers targeted an employee using bribery in exchange for insider knowledge.

In 2025, cyber threats are evolving faster than ever—and so must your approach to data breach prevention. With the average cost of a breach now exceeding $4.5 million, organizations need more than antivirus software and firewalls. They need proactive, layered strategies that encompass technology, people, and policy.

Organizations are still struggling to manage vendor-related cyber risk effectively. According to a recent study by Imprivata and the Ponemon Institute, nearly half of organizations fall victim to data breaches involving third-party network access. This isn't just another statistic. It's a critical cybersecurity issue hinting at broader limitations of traditional TPRM programs.

An IP PIN is a six-digit code that protects US residents from fraudulent tax submissions. Electronic tax filings require an IP PIN and Social Security Number, allowing the former to act as a form of two-factor authentication. While IP PINs are primarily used by adults, they can also protect minors from having their identities used by fraudulent actors. A child without an IP PIN is at risk of having their identity used to file fake taxes.

Buy Now, Pay Later services offer a more flexible method for online purchases. Consumers aren't required to make an immediate, full payment; they can instead split the sum into a schedule that works for them. These services work similarly to credit cards but do not incur interest fees over time. Most people have seen Klarna, Afterpay, or Affirm offered on Amazon or other e-commerce websites. They are the most popular BNPL providers, but the market is steadily growing.

Credit card and banking information is one of the major targets for data breaches and other cyber attacks. These details are sold on the black market and cost businesses and consumers billions in losses every year. Victims who learn early about stolen information typically take measures to prevent future use, such as canceling cards and changing online passwords. However, data breach notices are easy to miss, and countless active cards remain for sale on the dark web.

Cyberattacks on healthcare providers are becoming alarmingly routine — and far more costly. In 2025, Weiser Memorial Hospital joined a growing list of medical institutions grappling with data breaches, compromising the personal and protected health information (PHI) of over 34,000 patients.

In 2024, we collected 2.9 billion unique sets of compromised credentials—a jump from the 2.2 billion collected in 2023. While this rise can be explained by advancement in Bitsight’s credential collection capabilities, we assess that the precise number of credentials shared on the underground has also risen, fueled by increased data breaches and the spike in stealer logs.