Last month’s data breach at Football Australia (FA) serves as a stark reminder for individual consumers and organisations alike to take proactive steps in protecting their data. The breach, as uncovered by Cybernews.com, exposed a critical flaw within FA’s digital infrastructure, potentially compromising the personal information of millions of football participants across Australia.  

Recap of the Data Breach 

The breach was not only limited to ticket buyer’s personal data but also that of players and teams. It included; personal identifiable information of players, ticket purchase information, internal infrastructure details, source code of the digital infrastructure and scripts of the digital infrastructure. There was said to be over 126 buckets of data leaked, with researchers claiming that “every customer or fan of Australian Football was affected”.  

If anything, the exposure of this sensitive information highlights the urgent need for individuals to take control of their digital security and identity rather than relying solely on organisations that are frequently targeted by cyber criminals. 

What to do  

Incidents like the FA data breach emphasise the importance of adopting proactive cybersecurity practices in our daily lives. Simple steps such as; regularly updating software, using strong and unique passwords, and exercising caution when sharing personal information online can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to cyberattacks.  

Whilst this may come as overwhelming to some, simply staying informed about the latest threats in cybersecurity, having reliable protection and practicing good digital hygiene will significantly reduce your risk. 

Protecting Your Identity and Personal Info 

As the threat landscape continues to evolve, proactive cybersecurity measures like identity protection are paramount. With ID Protection, you can: 

• Check to see if your data (email address, phone number, password, credit card) has been exposed in a leak, or is up for grabs on the dark web;  
• Secure your social media accounts with our Social Media Account Monitoring tool, with which you’ll receive a personalized report;  
• Receive the strongest tough-to-hack password suggestions and safely store your password in a secure vault;  
• Enjoy a safer browsing experience, as Trend Micro checks websites and prevents trackers.  

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