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Investment research data breach exposes 12 million customers

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Security incidents affecting financial institutions are becoming increasingly common.

The latest case involves Zacks , an American investment research company.

Hackers gained access to Zacks ' systems as early as June 2024 , exposing 12 million unique email addresses and other personal data.

The leaked data includes email addresses, IP addresses, names, phone numbers, physical addresses and usernames.

The Zacks Investment breach highlights just how real the threat of cyberattacks is for financial institutions.

With millions of users affected and personal data exposed, the risks of scams and identity theft are higher than ever.

Use unique passwords, keep an eye on your accounts, and stay alert for any signs of suspicious activity.

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