Experian reports that while a new study shows the number of U.S. data breaches for 2018 decreased 28 percent when compared to the same time period in 2017, the number of records exposed increased. The most commonly exposed information is an individual’s name at 44.2 percent, followed by email address at 27.8 percent, and Social Security number at 27 percent. Meanwhile, new data from Mintel found that 87 percent of people are concerned about sharing financial data with companies. Adrian Reynolds, a senior technology analyst at Mintel, said, “The increasing use of connected devices to access websites and apps is producing a wealth of personal data sharing, making it very difficult for consumers to keep track,” adding, “For many, limiting further exposure is their preferred option.”
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