Mailchimp Data Breach: Companies Affected & How to Protect Yourself

On December 3rd, 2020, a data breach was reported targeting users of MailChimp, one of the most popular email marketing platforms. It is estimated that over 900 million user emails have been exposed in this breach, making it one of the largest in recent years. So what exactly happened and how can companies and individuals protect themselves? In this article, we’ll discuss the details of the MailChimp data breach and provide some essential tips to help protect yourself from future breaches. The Mailchimp data breach exposed customer emails and other customer data, with the specifics varying by customer. Depending on the account, victims of the breach may have experienced their account information, customer contacts and emails, and website information were exposed or compromised. The first step for companies is to assess your level of risk and create a plan of action for securing your data. It’s also a good idea to get in touch with your email marketing provider, as they can provide some additional resources as well as suggest email security protocols and best practices. For individual users, there are several security tips that should be adopted to protect themselves from further breaches. These include making sure your passwords are regularly updated, such as every 30 days, enabling two-factor authentication, and avoiding clicking on links sent from unfamiliar email addresses. To further protect yourself, you can also take measures such as removing yourself from email lists, unsubscribing from companies’ promotional emails, and using a virtual private network (VPN) whenever possible to encrypt your data and shield it from unwanted access. For companies, the MailChimp data breach is a reminder to be vigilant and proactive when it comes to email list security. Keeping user credentials and customer data secure should always be a priority, and companies must make sure they’re taking the appropriate steps to keep cybercriminals at bay. By understanding the inherent risks of digital communication and data storage, and taking the appropriate steps to minimize the chance of data breaches, organizations and individuals can protect themselves and their data. The MailChimp data breach is an excellent reminder of the importance of email list security, and the need to take measures that safeguard customer data.

This Cyber News was published on securityaffairs.com. Publication date: Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:39:02 +0000


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