6.7. Real-World Case Study

Try these first

1. 1.

   What was the reason for the Equifax data breach?

   Hint

   Think about software frameworks and vulnerabilities.

2. 2.

   How many people's data was compromised in the Equifax breach?

   Hint

   This is a significant number; consider why it is impactful.

3. 3.

   What was the main cause of the Equifax data breach?

   • Poor user authentication
   • Neglecting to apply patches
   • Insecure data storage

   Hint

   Consider what was available before the breach occurred.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Equifax data breach did not have any significant consequences for the company.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the impact of losing consumer trust.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the overall impact of the Equifax data breach on the laws governing data protection and privacy.

   Hint

   Consider how significant breaches often lead to policy changes.

6. 6.

   Propose a step-by-step patch management plan that Equifax could have implemented to prevent the breach.

   Hint

   Think about the lifecycle of software updates.