So your data was stolen in a data breach

In this podcast episode, Amanda and cybersecurity expert Skylar Duveen delve into the dark web and the legal issues surrounding the sale of stolen personal data, with a focus on the Ticketmaster breach. They explore hacker forums that reveal a thriving black market for personal information, connecting it to broader problems in the data broker industry. The discussion highlights the vulnerabilities hackers exploit, such as weak security measures, and critiques the current U.S. regulations that fail to adequately protect consumers' data. Ultimately, the episode emphasizes the pressing need for stronger privacy protections in a world where personal information is increasingly at risk from both criminals and corporations.