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Pentagon Alerts Staff on Data Breach

February 14, 2024
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The Pentagon is undergoing the process of informing current and former employees, job seekers, and affiliates about a data breach incident that was initially detected in early 2023. The breach, involving inadvertently exposed email messages containing personally identifiable information (PII), prompted the issuance of notices encouraging affected individuals to enroll in government-provided identity theft protection services. Although the breach spanned from February 3 to February 20, 2023, there’s no evidence suggesting misuse of the compromised PII. However, the incident underscores the vulnerability of sensitive data and the necessity for robust cybersecurity measures within government systems.

In response to inquiries, the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) redirected queries to a Pentagon spokesperson, who refrained from disclosing the number of impacted individuals or the involved service provider. The spokesperson emphasized the removal of the affected server from public access on February 20, 2023, and assured that the vendor addressed the underlying issues. Despite inquiries about the timing of notifications, the spokesperson affirmed ongoing engagement with the service provider to enhance cyber event prevention and detection, indicating a commitment to safeguarding data integrity.

The DIA, in letters sent to potential victims, outlined collaborative efforts with the service provider to comprehend the breach’s cause and mitigate future risks. This comprehensive assessment process involved multiple departmental organizations, necessitating several months to review and validate affected individuals’ identities and contact information. Moreover, the Pentagon secured an Identity Protection Services contract for affected individuals, actively partnering with the contractor since September 2023 to facilitate notifications and offer additional support. This incident underscores the imperative for constant vigilance and proactive measures to safeguard sensitive information in an increasingly digital landscape.

Reference:
  • DOD notifying people who may be impacted by a year-old data breach

 

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