LexisNexis leaked SSNs and other personal data of over 364,000 people
a year ago
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- LexisNexis Risk Solutions suffered a data breach exposing personal data of over 364,000 people.
- Exposed data includes names, Social Security numbers, contact information, and driver’s license numbers.
- The breach occurred on December 25th, discovered on April 1st, 2025, via unauthorized access through GitHub.
- LexisNexis is a major US data broker collecting and selling personal data for fraud and risk assessment.
- The breach highlights concerns over data brokers' handling of sensitive information and potential misuse.
- Regulatory efforts to curb data brokers' activities have stalled under recent political changes.
- A statement from EPIC criticizes data brokers for endangering privacy and national security.