Crime & Safetyscore 464·5 metrosupdated 3h ago

Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of 4 Million Defense Personnel

A significant data breach has compromised the personal information of up to four million personnel within the Department of Defense, including U.S. service members. The breach primarily targeted the human resources division and raises concerns about data security.

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