Clorox Sues Cognizant for $380M: Cybersecurity Blunder or Comedy of Errors?
Clorox, a cleaning giant, is mopping the floor with its former IT provider, Cognizant, in court. After an August 2023 cyber-attack allegedly enabled by Cognizant, Clorox is suing for $380 million, claiming Cognizant handed hackers the keys to the kingdom. Talk about a cleaning job gone wrong!
Hot Take:
Looks like Clorox is cleaning house, and this time, it’s not with bleach! The company is taking its former IT service provider, Cognizant, to court faster than you can say “cyber hygiene” after a cyber-attack that left their operations as spotless as a mud puddle. Who knew that when it comes to cybersecurity, the key to success is not handing over your keys to the bad guys? Oops!
Key Points:
- Clorox is suing Cognizant over a cyber-attack that cost them $49 million.
- Cognizant allegedly failed to follow password and identity verification protocols.
- The attack caused significant operational disruption for months.
- Clorox is seeking $380 million in damages from Cognizant.
- Clorox’s sustainability goals were impacted due to the attack’s aftermath.
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