Paramount Global [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6], an American entertainment giant [2] [4] [5] [6], recently disclosed a significant data breach that occurred between May and June 2023. This breach resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive personally identifiable information (PII), including names [1] [4] [5] [6], birthdates [1], Social Security numbers [1] [4] [5] [6], and government-issued identification numbers [4] [5] [6].
Description
Hackers were able to gain unauthorized access to Paramount Global’s systems, compromising sensitive PII of individuals. The exact extent of the breach and the number of affected profiles remain unclear. However, Paramount Global took immediate action to secure the impacted systems [3]. They initiated a thorough investigation in collaboration with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement agencies. Paramount Global is also implementing enhanced security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The severity of the breach was highlighted by the CEO of Closed Door Security, who warned of potential phishing attacks, identity fraud [3], and unauthorized credit applications using the stolen personal data [3]. It is important to note that the breach affected less than 100 individuals, and it has not been disclosed whether they are employees or customers.
Paramount Global [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6], known for its prominent entertainment and streaming brands such as CBS, Showtime Networks [2], Paramount Pictures [2] [3] [5] [6], Nickelodeon [2], MTV [2], Comedy Central [2], and Paramount+ [2] [3] [5], is actively working on strengthening its security measures to ensure the prevention of future breaches.
Conclusion
The data breach at Paramount Global has raised concerns about the potential for phishing attacks, identity fraud [3], and unauthorized credit applications. Paramount Global has taken immediate action to secure the impacted systems and is collaborating with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement agencies to investigate the breach. They are also implementing enhanced security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Moving forward, Paramount Global’s focus on strengthening security measures will be crucial in safeguarding sensitive personal information. By prioritizing cybersecurity, they aim to mitigate the risks associated with data breaches and protect the privacy of their employees and customers.
References
[1] https://www.darkreading.com/attacks-breaches/paramount-forever-21-data-breaches-follow-on-attacks
[2] https://cyber.vumetric.com/security-news/2023/08/30/paramount-discloses-data-breach-following-security-incident/
[3] https://www.silicon.co.uk/security/cyberwar/paramount-admits-data-breach-report-527699
[4] https://cybermaterial.com/paramount-global-breach/
[5] https://www.redpacketsecurity.com/paramount-discloses-data-breach-following-security-incident/
[6] https://thecloudconsultancy.co/news/paramount-discloses-data-breach-following-security-incident/
