Credit Bureau TransUnion Hit With Data Breach Affecting 4.4 Million People

TransUnion, one of the three major credit bureaus in the United States, has reported a data breach that affected approximately 4.4 million individuals. The breach reportedly involved the theft of personal information, including Social Security numbers, which could potentially be used for identity theft and other fraudulent activities. The breach was discovered on April 4, 2023, and TransUnion has stated that it has taken steps to address the issue and notify affected individuals. The company is also working with law enforcement agencies to investigate the incident and determine the full extent of the breach. The news of the data breach has raised concerns about the security of personal information held by credit bureaus, which are entrusted with sensitive data. TransUnion has assured its customers that it is taking the necessary measures to protect their information and is providing credit monitoring and identity theft protection services to those affected by the breach.