Ubiquiti breach

In a major information security incident that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, networking equipment manufacturer Ubiquiti has confirmed that it suffered a breach in which a significant amount of user data was compromised.

According to a statement released by the company, the breach occurred in January 2021, and was discovered during an internal investigation into unauthorized access to certain IT systems hosted by a third-party cloud provider. The investigation found that an attacker had gained access to certain parts of the company’s IT infrastructure, including a database containing user data.

The compromised data reportedly includes users’ names, email addresses, and encrypted passwords. Ubiquiti has stated that there is no evidence to suggest that any financial or payment information was accessed or stolen in the breach.

In its statement, Ubiquiti emphasized that it takes the security of its users’ data very seriously, and has implemented additional measures to prevent future breaches. The company has also recommended that users change their passwords and enable two-factor authentication on their accounts.

The news of the Ubiquiti breach has raised concerns about the security of cloud-based IT systems, and the potential vulnerabilities of internet-connected devices. It also highlights the importance of strong password management and the use of additional security measures like two-factor authentication.

The incident is currently under investigation by Ubiquiti, as well as by law enforcement agencies. The company has pledged to provide updates as more information becomes available, and has urged users to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to their accounts.