Navy Federal Credit Union Data Breach Exposes Backup Files on Credit Union Serving Military Members

Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler has once again highlighted the fragility of data security, uncovering an unprotected 378 GB database containing sensitive internal files linked to Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU).

The database was found publicly accessible without encryption or a password.

While the database has since been secured, the incident highlights the risks millions of members face when organizations or third-party contractors mishandle sensitive data. For individuals, it serve