Vimeo confirms data breach – SecNews

Vimeo to has confirmed a data breachthat resulted in unauthorized access a portion of its user base. According to the company, the incident did not result from a direct attack on its own systems, but from a vulnerability in an external partner, highlighting once again the risks inherent in modern digital infrastructure. The breach was traced to analytics provider Anodot, which works with Vimeo and other large organizations. Through this “backdoor,” the attackers were able to gain access to data, leveraging a classic supply chain attack. The incident is linked to the well-known cybercrime group ShinyHunters, which has been involved in major data breaches internationally in the past. The growing threat of supply chain attacks This incident is not an isolated incident, but part of a broader trend. Supply chain attacks are on the rise as attackers increasingly target the “weakest links” of a SaaS ecosystem. Rather than directly attempting to breach a well-protected organization, they are exploiting third-party partners with less stringent security measures. See also: Taylor Swift deepfakes promote scams on TikTok This approach allows traditional defense mechanisms to be bypassed, making even large companies vulnerable. The Vimeo case serves as a prime example of how an external
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