Q3 2025 Data Breaches in the US
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In the third quarter of 2025, the US experienced 835 data breaches affecting approximately 23 million victims. This marks a decrease from the first half of the year, which saw 1,732 incidents impacting over 165.7 million individuals. The financial services sector was the most affected, followed by healthcare and professional services. The majority of breaches were due to cyber-attacks, with a notable increase in physical attacks. The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reported that 2025 is on track to set a new record for data breaches, with 2,563 compromises and nearly 202 million victims in the first three quarters. The ITRC also highlighted a concerning trend of breach notices lacking details on how incidents occurred, which leaves victims vulnerable to identity theft and fraud.
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16.10.2025 12:30 1 articles · 15h ago
Q3 2025 Data Breaches Reported
The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reported 835 data breaches in Q3 2025, affecting 23 million victims. This marks a decrease from the first half of the year but indicates a record-breaking year for data breaches. The financial services sector was the most impacted, and there was a notable increase in physical attacks. The ITRC also highlighted a concerning trend of breach notices lacking details on how incidents occurred.
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- Over 23 Million Victims Hit by Data Breaches in Q3 — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 16.10.2025 12:30
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The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) tracked 835 data breaches in Q3 2025, affecting 23 million victims.
First reported: 16.10.2025 12:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Over 23 Million Victims Hit by Data Breaches in Q3 — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 16.10.2025 12:30
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The financial services sector was the most impacted, with 188 compromises.
First reported: 16.10.2025 12:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Over 23 Million Victims Hit by Data Breaches in Q3 — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 16.10.2025 12:30
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Cyber-attacks accounted for 83% of the breaches, while physical attacks are on the rise.
First reported: 16.10.2025 12:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Over 23 Million Victims Hit by Data Breaches in Q3 — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 16.10.2025 12:30
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The ITRC noted a trend of breach notices lacking details on how incidents occurred, increasing from 68% in Q1 to 71% in Q3.
First reported: 16.10.2025 12:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Over 23 Million Victims Hit by Data Breaches in Q3 — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 16.10.2025 12:30
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The top corporate victims in Q3 included Anne Arundel Dermatology, DaVita, and TransUnion.
First reported: 16.10.2025 12:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Over 23 Million Victims Hit by Data Breaches in Q3 — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 16.10.2025 12:30