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MEDIUM
Alleged data breach of Al-Ayen University (alayen.edu.iq)
A threat actor leaked an alleged database from alayen.edu.iq, an Iraqi university, containing records of doctors/staff including names, job titles, usernames, passwords, and dates. The data was freely shared on a public forum with sample records included.
A threat actor leaked an alleged database from alayen.edu.iq, an Iraqi university, containing records of doctors/staff including names, job titles, usernames, passwords, and dates. The data was freely shared on a public forum with sample records included.
MITRE ATT&CK
Tactics, Techniques & Procedures
TA0001 Initial Access
tactic
Defensive mapping
Mapped controls
The audit will verify each of these controls is in place and effective.
| Control | Confidence | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Data loss prevention (DLP) suggested | 75% | Recommended control for Data Leak |
| Database access controls suggested | 75% | Recommended control for Data Leak |
| Encryption at rest suggested | 75% | Recommended control for Data Leak |
| Access logging and audit suggested | 75% | Recommended control for Data Leak |