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Hey Techies! In case you may have missed this week’s Newsletters, here is a recap:

In 2022, Crypto.com experienced a data breach. The breach compromised the personal information of over 3 million users, including names, email addresses, and phone numbers. While the breach did not involve any financial data, it is still a significant concern for all those affected. Hackers stole more than $15 million in Ethereum and nearly $20 million in Bitcoin.

On September 22, 2022, Optus suffered one of the largest data breaches in Australian history. The breach was caused by a combination of flaws in their system. One of these flaws was the use of an unprotected and publicly exposed API that facilitated access to sensitive customer data without requiring user authentication. The use of incrementing customer identifiers and the lack of an authentication policy for the API were also contributing factors.

As a result of this breach, the personal data of 9.8 million Optus customers was compromised. The hacker used an automated script to complete the breach much faster and on a larger scale. Crazy, right? The breach affected a range of personal data, including home addresses, passport numbers, and drivers’ licenses.

At a time when cyberattacks are becoming increasingly common, it's essential to remain vigilant and take necessary steps to protect your personal information. We recommend implementing safe cybersecurity practices such as using strong passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, and keeping software up-to-date, among others.

We also suggest staying up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity news and trends to be aware of potential threats and vulnerabilities. Finally, we encourage you to subscribe to and Share our newsletter to receive regular updates and insights on the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. Let’s continue to grow our community of cybersecurity techies!

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