Hey guys, you people won't believe what has just occured. ShinyHunters, a group of hackers, accessed data from large companies such as Qantas, Allianz Life, and LVMH. And how did they do it? They exploited a vulnerability in an app that interfaces with Salesforce—a platform where customer information for most companies is stored.
Crazy, huh? It's like an invasion into a house, not by the front entrance, but through an open window since someone left it unlocked.
Once they were in, they were able to scoop up tons of data.
Here's a brief rundown of what was hit:
Ever feel like you're sacrificing too much information just to get a discount or sign up for something? You're not alone.
So whether you have a business or just sign up for things on the internet, be aware of where your data ends up. Because sometimes a small crack is all it takes for hackers to stroll right in.
Stay secure—and perhaps think twice before clicking that "I agree" button next time.
Crazy, huh? It's like an invasion into a house, not by the front entrance, but through an open window since someone left it unlocked.
How Did They Get In?
ShinyHunters didn't hack Salesforce directly. Rather, they hacked in through a third-party app—a smaller program that has access to Salesforce. That third-party app had poor security, and that was all the hackers needed.Once they were in, they were able to scoop up tons of data.
Here's a brief rundown of what was hit:
- Qantas: Frequent flyer information, staff messages, and perhaps financial information.
- Allianz Life: Client data and personal documents.
- LVMH: Private customer data and brand knowledge.
What Businesses Can Learn from This
This breach has some major lessons:- Don't trust all apps. Investigate what data it can view.
- Put boundaries. Provide apps with only the info they really need.
- Keep updating. Ensure security settings remain robust.
- Clean out stale data. Don't hold onto more than you have to.
My Thoughts
I always assumed it's creepy how much information companies gather. And now? That tells you just how easily that information can end up in the wrong hands—even if the primary system (such as Salesforce) wasn't the immediate issue.Ever feel like you're sacrificing too much information just to get a discount or sign up for something? You're not alone.
Final Words
This is not a warning to large businesses alone—it's a red flag to us all. If Qantas, Allianz, and LVMH can be targeted, we all can.So whether you have a business or just sign up for things on the internet, be aware of where your data ends up. Because sometimes a small crack is all it takes for hackers to stroll right in.
Stay secure—and perhaps think twice before clicking that "I agree" button next time.
