Hackers Leak Internal Documents Stolen from Leidos Holdings

July 23, 2024 | Hackers have leaked internal documents from Leidos Holdings Inc., an IT services provider to U.S. government agencies, including the Defense Department. The breach occurred through Diligent Corp., a GRC software provider used by Leidos.

Leidos confirmed the connection to the Diligent breach and is investigating with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement. The exposure of sensitive information could compromise national security and government operations, highlighting the need for robust third-party security measures.

Micro-segmentation, stronger authentication, and continuous monitoring are critical strategies to mitigate such risks and prevent future breaches.

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