GameStop Data Breach Analysis

The video discusses a data breach at GameStop, where cybercriminals accessed customer credit card information through the GameStop.com website. The breach, which occurred between September 2016 and February 2017, led to the sale of stolen data on another website. GameStop and financial industry sources confirmed the breach, highlighting the potential for fraudulent purchases using the stolen data. The video emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity and the impact of such breaches on customers.

What type of attack did GameStop suffer?

• Ransomware attack

• DDoS attack

• Phishing attack

• Data breach

Through which platform did the cybercriminals access GameStop's customer data?

• GameStop's physical stores

• GameStop's mobile app

• GameStop's website

• GameStop's customer service

What did GameStop recently learn about the stolen credit card data?

• It was being stored on a cloud server

• It was being used for ransomware

• It was being sold on another website

• It was being used for phishing attacks

Who confirmed the hacking of GameStop's website?

• GameStop's customers

• Financial industry sources

• A cybersecurity firm

• GameStop's IT department

During which period did the data breach at GameStop occur?

• January 2015 to December 2015

• March 2016 to August 2016

• Mid-September 2016 to February 2017

• April 2017 to September 2017

What types of information were stolen in the GameStop data breach?

• Credit card numbers, expiration dates, and security codes

• Email addresses and passwords

• Social security numbers

• Home addresses and phone numbers

What is a potential consequence of the stolen data?

• Enhanced security measures

• Improved customer service

• Fraudulent purchases

• Increased website traffic