Defense Department IT Agency Reports Data Breach

The transcript discusses a data breach affecting Americans' personal information, including Social Security numbers, hosted by the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). The breach occurred between May and July 2019, affecting about 200,000 people. Although there is no evidence of misuse, the agency offers free credit monitoring. DISA conducted a thorough investigation and implemented security measures to protect the network.

Which agency was responsible for the system where the data breach occurred?

• Defense Information Systems Agency

• Department of Homeland Security

• National Security Agency

• Federal Bureau of Investigation

What type of personal information was potentially compromised in the breach?

• Bank account details

• Driver's license numbers

• Social Security numbers

• Medical records

During which months did the data breach occur?

• November to December 2019

• August to October 2019

• May to July 2019

• January to March 2019

What service is being offered to those affected by the data breach?

• Free identity theft insurance

• Free legal consultation

• Free data recovery services

• Free credit monitoring

How many people were affected by the data breach?

• 200,000

• 100,000

• 50,000

• 500,000