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Major Dairy Company Agropur Reveals Data Breach: Customer Information Exposed & Vulnerable
Canadian dairy giant Agropur has suffered a data breach, exposing sensitive information of customers. The company is investigating the incident and has notified the affected parties. Strengthen your cybersecurity with our comprehensive guide on protecting your business from data breaches.
Imagine you’re a dairy farmer, waking up early every morning to milk your cows, only to find out that a data breach has exposed your information. That’s what happened to Agropur, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in North America. They are now notifying customers about the breach after some of their shared online directories were exposed.
Thankfully, Agropur has stated that the breach doesn’t affect its transactional systems and hasn’t disrupted its core business operations. They’ve launched an investigation to determine the scope and impact on clients, bringing in external cybersecurity experts and law enforcement for assistance.
A Dairy Giant
Agropur processes a whopping 6.7 billion liters of milk annually, sourced from 2,908 farm units. They employ 7,500 people to produce milk, cheese, butter, cream, and ice cream. With an annual revenue of $5.1 billion (USD), Agropur owns well-known brands such as Natrel, Lucerne, Sealtest Dairy, Island Farms, and Oka, which have significant market and distribution reach.
Earlier this week, we received a tip about Agropur notifying customers of the data exposure incident and the ongoing investigation. While the company has noted that there’s no evidence of the exposed data being misused, they’re alerting customers out of caution and to raise awareness of potential risks until the investigation comes to a conclusion and further details are available.
What We Know
Agropur has confirmed the data exposure incident but hasn’t provided additional information about the event due to the ongoing investigation. They’ve stated, “The cyber incident was limited to part of Agropur’s shared online directory and that it did not affect our transactional systems. The continuity of our operations was not affected.”
After detecting the issue, Agropur immediately launched an investigation and took steps to address the incident, implementing corrective measures to mitigate the impact. However, they won’t provide further comment at this time to avoid prejudicing the investigation.
As a result, the types of exposed data and the number of impacted individuals have not been determined yet.
Stay Alert
If you’re a registered member or hold an account with Agropur or any of its brands’ sites, we advise you to stay alert for phishing attempts. The exposed data could potentially be used in targeted attacks. It’s essential to remain vigilant for any suspicious emails or communications that may come your way.
Knowledge Is Power
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, it’s crucial for everyone, from individuals to large corporations like Agropur, to stay informed and prepared. We’re here to help you with that! Keep coming back for the latest news and insights on cybersecurity, and don’t hesitate to contact us if you need assistance with your cybersecurity needs.