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Estée Lauder discloses data breach via Oracle E-Business flaw
July 20, 2026
Back to all postsIn recent news, cosmetics giant Estée Lauder has announced a data breach due to a vulnerability in their Oracle E-Business Suite. The issue lies within the 'System.Xml.XmlElement' component, which is used by the software to process XML documents. Cybercriminals exploited this weakness to access sensitive data including customer names, addresses, and order details. This incident serves as a stark reminder for Canadian businesses about the importance of maintaining robust cybersecurity measures. As more companies move towards digital operations, they become prime targets for such attacks. The breach at Estée Lauder highlights that even large corporations with extensive resources can fall victim to cyber threats. To safeguard their data and systems, it's crucial for SMB owners and IT managers in Canada to prioritize regular software updates, security patching, and implementing multi-layered defense strategies.
Source: BleepingComputer
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