Apollo Hacked: Personal Data Exposed

Apollo Global Management confirmed a system breach occurred in July. Malicious actors exploited vulnerabilities to access personal data belonging to individuals. This security incident was achieved through the use of social engineering, a method that manipulates people into divulging information.

The breach at Apollo Global Management is part of a concerning trend. Several major hedge funds have recently been targeted by attempted or successful cyberattacks, underscoring a heightened risk environment. The nature of the attack suggests a targeted and methodical approach by the cybercriminals.