"Universal Music Group Admits Data Breach"

Universal Music Group (UMG), one of the world’s largest music corporations, has recently disclosed a data breach that occurred in mid-July 2024. According to the company, the breach may have exposed the personal information of 680 US residents. In the filing, UMG said it detected unauthorized activity in one of its internal applications on July 15, prompting an immediate investigation involving third-party cybersecurity experts. An investigation later confirmed that an unauthorized third party had accessed data, potentially including sensitive information such as names and Social Security Numbers. UMG is offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection through Experian’s IdentityWorks for 24 months. This service will help individuals monitor their credit reports and safeguard against potential identity theft. UMG has not provided further details on whether the breach extended beyond personal data or if any of its internal systems were compromised. No ransomware group has currently claimed responsibility for the breach.

Infosecurity Magazine reports: "Universal Music Group Admits Data Breach"