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In Columbus, Georgia, Aflac has disclosed that a comprehensive investigation revealed a data breach affecting the personal information of approximately 22.65 million individuals earlier this year.
In June, Aflac acknowledged that hackers potentially accessed sensitive data, including Social Security numbers, insurance claims, and health information, as reported by Nexstar’s WRBL. The compromised data includes names, contact details, health records, and Social Security numbers.
According to Aflac, unusual activity was identified on its network in June. Upon detection, the company quickly activated its cybersecurity protocols and managed to halt the breach within hours.