Impact of CybercrimeSouthern New Hampshire University CJ-305 Technology in Criminal Justice 02:30:24 GMT -05:00EntryIn 2013, Target experienced a massive cyberattack that resulted in the compromise of its customer service database. The breach caused the installation of malware and the theft of sensitive information, including full names, phone numbers, and email addresses. The incident affected 41 million customers' card details and 60 million contact records, leading to an $18.5 million multistate settlement. Target had to pay $10,000 to each affected consumer, and the business faced severe repercussions.To address the security concerns, Target took various steps to ensure that such an incident never occurs again. They revamped their liability agreement, which included measures such as implementing a comprehensive information security program, appointing an executive responsible for its execution, and conducting independent security assessments. Additionally, they committed to maintaining data security software, segregating cardholder data from the network, and enforcing access controls like password rotation and two-factor authentication. These steps came at a considerable cost but were necessary to safeguard consumer data.As an avid online shopper, I am always concerned about protecting my personal information. Therefore, I take proactive measures such as refraining from saving card details and using robust