Hackers Obtained Access to Millions of 23andMe Profiles, Company Says
TownhallNOV 2023
23andMe: Hackers Accessed Data of 6.9M
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The Spin
Narrative A
While it’s unfortunate that this user data was accessed, the company isn’t totally at fault. Users must learn to create stronger, unique passwords for all sites they use. And 23andMe will now require two-factor authentication to prevent future illegal access by bad actors.
Narrative B
Nothing is 100% safe on the internet, even when a company like 23andMe takes the necessary steps to prevent breaches. Cybercriminals are able to access data from other hacks and then use it to access other sites. That’s why it’s important to consider whether it’s worth trusting a private company with something as valuable as your DNA.