After Nissan's massive data breach last November exposed the social security numbers of thousands of former and current employees, the Japanese automaker has released a new update on the cybersecurity incident. shared.
Nissan shared details of the cyberattack in a new letter sent on May 15, 2024, and said the incident affected Nissan North America. The letter revealed that the attackers targeted the company's virtual private network and demanded payment. Nissan has not confirmed whether it has acquiesced to the ransom demand.
Nissan data breach update: 53,000 employees affected
After discovering the Nissan data breach, the Japanese automaker notified law enforcement and dispatched cybersecurity experts to contain and neutralize the threat. The company also conducted an internal investigation and reported it to employees at a town hall meeting held in December 2023, one month after the Nissan cyberattack.
To mitigate potential harm, Nissan will provide two years of free identity theft prevention services to users affected by the breach. The company's proactive approach to protecting employee privacy is underlined by these proactive steps.
Official communications highlighted Nissan's commitment to strengthening its security infrastructure and practices. Following this incident, the company implemented additional security measures and engaged cybersecurity experts to conduct a thorough review and strengthen its protection against future threats.
Despite the breach by Nissan, the automaker has not detected any instances of fraud or identity theft stemming from this incident. Nevertheless, as a precaution, affected individuals are encouraged to utilize the free credit monitoring service provided by Experian IdentityWorks.
No personal information fraud detected
“This is in addition to the employee benefits you select at Nissan. These free credit services are available for 24 months from the date of registration.Finally, Nissan is committed to assisting customers with questions and fraud. “We offer proactive fraud assistance to help you if you become a fraudster. These services are provided by Experian, a company specializing in fraud assistance and remediation services,” Nissan said.
To activate the identity protection service, recipients will be instructed to register by the specified deadline and use the provided activation code. Additionally, individuals are encouraged to remain vigilant against potential fraudulent activity by monitoring their credit reports and promptly reporting any suspicious activity.
Recipients are guaranteed assistance signing up for free credit monitoring services for 90 days from the date of the letter. We recommend contacting our dedicated helpline at 833-931-6266 with reference number B120412.
Nissan emphasized its commitment to employee welfare and its serious stance on protecting personal information, and expressed its regret for the great inconvenience this incident has caused. The letter concludes with signatures from Leon Martinez, vice president of human resources, and William Orange, vice president of IS/IT and chief information officer.
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