The Home Depot data breach put 56 million payment cards at risk, the company said today. Hackers used custom-built malware to penetrate its networks and payment systems. The company said the malware was on its systems from April to September, and has since been wiped clean from its U.S. and Canadian networks. Customers who used a payment card at the retailer will have access to free identity protection services and credit monitoring, Home Depot said. For the retailer, the breach will be a costly experience for the company.
Source: https://threatpost.com/56-million-payment-cards-at-risk-in-home-depot-data-breach/108402/