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Capital Economics
MediumCapital Economics exposed 263,829 customer records in a December 2020 data breach.
- Records exposed
- 263,829 records
- Breach date
- Breach Dec 12, 2020
- Last update
- Updated Jul 4, 2022
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesEmployersJob titlesNamesPhone numbersPhysical addresses
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In December 2020, Capital Economics, a provider of economic research, experienced a data breach leading to the exposure of 263,829 customer records. The leaked information encompassed personal and professional details such as names, email addresses, physical addresses, phone numbers, job titles, and employer names.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users face potential phishing or unsolicited contact risks due to the compromised information.
- Business Impact
- The breach potentially affects the organization's reputation and customer trust.
- Affected Sectors
- Research and Consultancy Services
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Monitor email accounts for signs of phishing attempts.
- •Consider updating contact details if exposure is concerning.
- •Review account security settings for online accounts associated with the exposed data.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique contacts and email addresses for sensitive accounts.
- •Ensure all parties handling sensitive data follow robust security protocols.
- •Regularly audit customer data access permissions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
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