NetJets, a private jet company owned by Berkshire Hathaway, recently discovered a data breach involving an employee’s account. The company identified that a limited amount of data from a small number of owners was accessed. Despite the breach, NetJets confirmed that their operations and customer service were unaffected. They took immediate action by contacting the impacted owners and beginning their response protocols.
The breach was caused by a phishing attack, where an employee’s login credentials were stolen by cybercriminals. After gaining access to the employee’s account, the attackers were able to retrieve additional information from NetJets’ systems. This attack occurred sometime last month, as reported by Bloomberg. The phishing incident highlighted the growing threat of such tactics in corporate cybersecurity breaches.
In response to the attack, NetJets’ cybersecurity team promptly initiated containment measures and launched an investigation into the breach. The company stated that no further compromises were detected beyond the initial intrusion. They emphasized that their systems had not been significantly impacted and that they were working to ensure the security of their infrastructure. The breach serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting employee credentials against phishing and other malicious activities.
As the investigation progresses, NetJets and its parent company, Berkshire Hathaway, are likely to review and improve their security practices. The breach underscores the critical importance of maintaining strong cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive client data. Stakeholders and clients are watching closely to see how NetJets will handle the situation and address future security concerns.
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