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DISA data breach exposes 3.3M records

Written by Farah Amod | Mar 9, 2025 5:28:50 PM

Employment screening provider DISA Global Solutions suffered a data breach, exposing the sensitive information of over 3.3 million individuals.

 

What happened

DISA Global Solutions, Inc., a provider of employment screening services including drug and alcohol testing and background checks, revealed that a data breach exposed the personal information of over 3.3 million individuals. The breach, which occurred between February 9 and April 22, 2024, was discovered on April 22, 2024, after an unauthorized third party gained access to sensitive data. Affected individuals were notified on February 26, 2025, after an internal forensics investigation confirmed the breach.

 

Going deeper

While the company’s investigation could not confirm the specific data accessed, it is believed that the breach involved a wide range of personal information, including names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, government IDs, financial account details, and other sensitive data elements. DISA has stated that it has yet to discover any evidence of misuse of the compromised information. As part of its response, DISA has implemented additional security measures, notified law enforcement, and offered impacted individuals a year of free credit monitoring and identity restoration services through Experian.

 

What was said

DISA expressed regret for the breach and the inconvenience it may cause affected individuals, outlining their commitment to addressing the incident with seriousness and urgency. Despite this, the company did not immediately respond to questions from HR Dive about the details of the attack or its broader impact.

 

The big picture

When a company like DISA, trusted with sensitive personal data, gets breached, the consequences do not end with a press release or a year of credit monitoring. For millions of people, this is not just about data. It is about identity theft, financial risk, and the unsettling reality that their most private information is now out there. These breaches keep happening, especially in industries handling employment and HR data, yet companies still lag in securing what matters most. The real lesson here is not just about cybersecurity. It is about accountability. How many more of these breaches will it take before companies treat data protection as a non-negotiable priority?

 

FAQs

Who is DISA Global Solutions, and what services do they provide?

DISA is a provider of employment screening services, including background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and compliance solutions for various industries.

 

How does a data breach like this impact job seekers and employees?

Exposure of personal information can lead to identity theft, financial fraud, and unauthorized access to sensitive employment records, potentially affecting hiring decisions and personal security.

 

What legal or regulatory consequences could DISA face due to this breach?

Depending on jurisdiction, DISA may face fines, lawsuits, and regulatory scrutiny, especially if found negligent in protecting customer data.

 

What steps can businesses take to protect employee data from similar breaches?

Employers should vet third-party vendors for strong cybersecurity practices, enforce data encryption, and require regular security audits to minimize risks.