VC firm Insight Partners says thousands of staff and limited partners had personal data stolen in a ransomware attack
Venture capital firm backing companies like Wiz and Databricks informed stakeholders of a data breach affecting current and former employees and limited partners.
MAIN POINTS
- A cyberattack in January led to data theft.
- The firm supports major companies like Wiz and Databricks.
- Both current and former employees were affected.
- Limited partners were also notified of the breach.
TAKEAWAYS
- Data security remains a critical concern for venture capital firms.
- Stakeholders were promptly informed about the data breach.
- The breach highlights the vulnerabilities even in large, established firms.
- Continuous vigilance and security measures are essential to protect sensitive information.