Security experts discuss Life360 data breach
Life360 recently experienced a data breach, as reported in early June. It appears that the malicious actors responsible for the breach targeted systems connected to Tile, a subsidiary of Life360. Potentially compromised information may include client names, phone numbers, addresses, email addresses, and identification numbers for Tile devices.
Security leaders share insights
Piyush Pandey, CEO at Pathlock:
“It seems that access was granted using the admin credentials of a former Tile employee, highlighting the importance of proactive visibility into user access and entitlements at different stages of the identity lifecycle. The absence of multi-factor authentication may have enabled access with just a username and password. Additionally, securing service account access is crucial alongside protecting primary business applications.”
Anne Cutler, Cybersecurity Evangelist at Keeper Security:
“Organizations must prioritize admin account security, as shown in the recent breach affecting Life360. Strengthening password policies, securing privileged credentials, and enforcing least privilege access are essential. Admin accounts should have minimal access, reducing the risk if they are compromised. Continuous monitoring of admin activities and implementing multi-factor authentication can enhance security measures.”
“Regularly reviewing and updating access permissions based on job roles is vital to safeguard sensitive data against unauthorized access attempts.”
“Even non-sensitive information can be exploited for phishing attacks. Robust incident response strategies are crucial to minimize downtime and damage in the event of a breach.”
Callie Guenther, Senior Manager, Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start:
“The breach involving Life360 underscores the need for comprehensive security frameworks and effective incident response strategies. Implementing measures such as multi-factor authentication, strong password policies, least privilege principle, regular audits, and security awareness training can significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access to critical systems.”
