The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), established in 1904 as the AIACR, serves as the global governing body for auto racing, overseeing prestigious championships like Formula 1 and the World Rally Championship (WRC). Recently, the FIA disclosed a significant data breach where attackers gained unauthorized access to personal data through compromised email accounts. This breach occurred following a phishing attack targeting several FIA email accounts.
Upon detecting the breach, the FIA promptly took corrective measures to minimize unauthorized access and mitigate potential harm. The organization swiftly notified both the Swiss and French data protection regulators, underscoring its commitment to transparency and compliance with data protection laws. It also reassured affected individuals and stakeholders that it has bolstered its cybersecurity defenses to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Despite the organization’s efforts to secure sensitive information, specifics about the extent of the breach, including the number of individuals affected and the nature of the exposed data, have not been fully disclosed. Nonetheless, the FIA expressed regret for any concerns caused and emphasized its ongoing dedication to enhancing data protection measures amidst evolving cyber threats.
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