Most people think of data breaches as a cybersecurity issue—stolen passwords, compromised credit cards, or identity theft.
But the reality is more serious.
Stolen personal information often enters a global underground marketplace where criminals buy and sell identity data. Once purchased, that information can be used for a wide range of crimes, from financial fraud and phishing scams to targeted social engineering attacks.
In some cases, criminals use breach data to identify potential victims in the real world. Home addresses, employment details, and travel information can all be used to plan scams, burglaries, or other crimes.
This is why modern security professionals no longer view data breaches as purely digital incidents. They can quickly become real-world security threats affecting both individuals and businesses.
The latest NordBridge analysis explains how stolen data is traded, how criminals exploit it, and what steps individuals and organizations can take to reduce their risk.
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Tyrone Collins 
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