Sotheby’s Security Blunder: Data Breach Leaves Art Collectors in Shock
Sotheby’s, the art world’s Fort Knox, has suffered a data breach, exposing sensitive info, including Social Security numbers. The incident was detected on July 24, but it took two months to confirm the damage. Rest assured, Sotheby’s is offering a year of free identity protection, because nothing says “we’re sorry” like free credit monitoring.
Hot Take:
Looks like the hammer has fallen on Sotheby’s, and it’s not for a record-breaking auction! Who knew that while they were auctioning off fine art, cybercriminals were busy stealing their “most valuable” assets – customer data! Maybe they should start auctioning off some cybersecurity systems next.
Key Points:
– Sotheby’s global auction house has suffered a data breach exposing sensitive customer information.
– The breach was detected on July 24, but the investigation took two months to detail the damage.
– Exposed data includes full names, Social Security numbers (SSNs), and financial account information.
– The total number of impacted individuals remains undisclosed, but at least four were identified in Maine and Rhode Island.
– Sotheby’s is offering a 12-month identity protection service for affected customers.