Nissan Data Breach: 21,000 Customers Affected by GitLab Hack – What Went Wrong?

Nissan’s data breach drama unfolds as 21,000 customers’ info takes an unauthorized joyride. While Crimson Collective claims a hefty 570 Gb data heist, Nissan reassures—no credit cards involved! Red Hat reported the incident, and Nissan’s now on damage control, notifying affected customers. Keep your data close, folks!

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Hot Take:

Looks like someone’s GitLab instance got a little too Git-chatty! Nissan’s customer data was caught in a digital traffic jam when hackers took an unauthorized detour through Red Hat’s repositories. Remember, folks, keeping your code on a tight leash is as crucial as wearing your seatbelt. Better buckle up, because it seems cybersecurity is no longer just a luxury add-on!

Key Points:

  • Nissan experienced a data breach due to unauthorized access to a self-managed GitLab instance.
  • The breach involved a hacking group named Crimson Collective, who attempted to extort Red Hat.
  • 21,000 Nissan customers’ personal information was involved, but no credit card data was compromised.
  • Red Hat notified Nissan of the incident a week after it occurred.
  • Nissan has informed the authorities and affected individuals about the breach.

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