Data Breach Summary
Recently, we discovered a concerning security breach on the dark web, revealing a significant compromise of sensitive information from Shop.Swiss-Domotique.ch. Dubbed “Shop.Swiss-Domotique,” this breach was detected on June 11th, 2023. The cybercriminal responsible for this breach was identified as Sumo. The stolen data, including ID, Email, First Name, Last Name, Birthday, Gender, Phone Number, and Company Name, was publicly exposed on the dark web forum Cronos.li. This breach highlights the urgency to address cybersecurity vulnerabilities and protect personal information.
Where and How?
Shop.Swiss-Domotique.ch is an online store specializing in home automation products in Switzerland. The breach involved a compromise of their database, which stored sensitive customer information. Our investigation revealed that the attacker exploited vulnerabilities within the company’s systems to gain unauthorized access. This breach resulted in the exposure of personal data, including customers’ ID, Email, First Name, Last Name, Birthday, Gender, Phone Number, and Company Name. The compromised information presents a risk of identity theft, phishing attacks, and potential misuse of personal data.
It is worth noting that this breach was identified on the dark web forum Cronos.li, where Sumo published the stolen data. Dark web forums continue to serve as platforms for cybercriminals to trade and distribute compromised information. This underscores the importance of constant monitoring and proactive efforts to combat cyber threats.
A Screenshot of the data can be found below:
Company Data Breach History
As of our research, there is no known history of security breaches for Shop.Swiss-Domotique.ch prior to this incident. Nonetheless, this breach serves as a critical wake-up call for the organization to prioritize robust security measures and strengthen their defenses against future attacks.
Recommendations for Personal Data Protection
How Users Can Protect Their Information
To protect their personal information and accounts from being compromised, users should take the following steps:
– Change their passwords frequently, with a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols.
– Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible.
– Use unique passwords for each account, to prevent hackers from accessing multiple accounts with the same password.
– Be cautious of suspicious emails or messages, as they may contain phishing links that can compromise their accounts.
– Regularly monitor their accounts for any suspicious activity.
What is InsecureWeb?
InsecureWeb is a Dark Web monitoring service that keeps track of recent data breaches and tracks their impact by monitoring the darkest places of the internet. InsecureWeb notifies users and enterprises when their data has been found online and helps them mitigate the impact.