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Pentagon data breach impacted nearly 3 million people
A data breach at the Pentagon affected nearly 3 million people, according to reports from WQAD. Details on what information was exposed, who was behind the breach, and how many of those affected are current or former employees and contractors have not yet been confirmed, and officials have not outlined steps being offered to those impacted. The story is drawing attention as US government agencies face growing scrutiny over their cybersecurity defenses.
Why now: A major breach affecting millions tied to the Pentagon is newsworthy given heightened concern over government cybersecurity.
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