Fidelity National Financial (FNF) is one of the largest title insurers and settlement services providers in the US, facilitating over 1 million real estate transactions annually. As the property market booms post-pandemic, FNF sees record revenue – but their digital dominance leaves the company exposed to growing cybersecurity threats. A successful ransomware attack could paralyze […]
Fidelity National Title Hacked
On November 18, 2023, Fidelity National Financial (FNF), one of the largest title insurance companies in the United States, was the victim of a cyberattack. The attack disrupted the company’s title insurance, escrow, and mortgage services, causing widespread delays and disruptions in the real estate industry.
Fidelity Title Hack?
FNF is still investigating the attack, but it believes that the attackers gained access to its systems and acquired certain credentials. The company has not disclosed any information about the attackers or their motives, but it has said that it is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity professionals to address the incident.
The attack on FNF is a reminder of the growing threat of cyberattacks to businesses of all sizes. Title insurance companies are particularly attractive targets for cybercriminals, as they hold a wealth of sensitive data about real estate transactions.
Businesses can take steps to protect themselves from cyberattacks by implementing strong cybersecurity measures, such as:
- Educating employees about cybersecurity risks and how to avoid them.
- Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all user accounts.
- Using strong passwords and regularly changing them.
- Keeping software up to date.
- Having a plan for responding to cyberattacks.
By taking these steps, businesses can help to reduce their risk of being the victim of a cyberattack.