In this imaginary scenario, Example Company suffered a significant cyber attack in June 2024, resulting in the loss of sensitive customer data. The attack, executed by exploiting a known vulnerability in the company's email system, led to the leak of personal information, including names, addresses, and credit card details of over 10,000 customers. The breach not only damaged the trust and loyalty of their customer base but also attracted negative media attention, impacting the company's stock price and leading to a series of costly lawsuits. The company's sluggish response to the incident further exacerbated the situation, highlighting significant flaws in their cybersecurity posture and incident response planning.
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"id": "exa205050724",
"linkid": "example-company",
"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "06/2024",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"