Bureau van Dijk Data Breach Exposes Millions: What You Need to Know
8.9 million US consumers' data leaked in a massive breach involving Bureau van Dijk. Cybercriminal USD0D claims it's their final act. Protect yourself now! #DataBreach
Company Overview
- Bureau van Dijk (BvD): A subsidiary of Moody's Corporation, BvD provides comprehensive business intelligence and company information. The company aggregates data from numerous sources to create a detailed repository of information on private and public companies worldwide.
2. Breach Details
- Date of Announcement: April 21, 2024
- Threat Actor: USD0D (a known figure in the data leak community)
- Data Affected: US Consumer Database 2024, with 8.9 million records.
- Data Format: CSV (Comma-Separated Values)
- Data Fields: Includes sensitive consumer information (specific details not disclosed publicly).
3. Threat Actor Profile
- Alias: USD0D
- Activity History: Active in data trading forums since at least 2019.
- Reputation: USD0D is known for leaking large datasets and has developed a significant reputation in underground communities.
- Motivation: Personal satisfaction and reputation within the community, as stated in the post. The actor claims to be retiring from the scene.
4. Impact Analysis
- Affected Individuals: 8.9 million US consumers.
- Potential Risks:
- Identity Theft: Exposure of personal data could lead to identity theft.
- Financial Fraud: Sensitive financial details might be misused for fraudulent activities.
- Privacy Violations: Personal information could be exploited for malicious purposes.
