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Wal-Mart Spark Driver platform reports data breach after unauthorized access


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Wal-Mart's Spark Driver platform has been impacted by a significant data breach in which an unauthorized entity gained access to specific accounts. Spark Driver, a Wal-Mart initiative launched in 2018, is a delivery service platform that operates across the United States, providing delivery services for Walmart and other retailers.

The breach prompted Spark Driver to undertake a comprehensive investigation with assistance from third-party data security experts, confirming unauthorized access to driver profiles.

The incident caused exposure of sensitive consumer information, including:

  • names,
  • Social Security numbers,
  • dates of birth,
  • driver’s license numbers,
  • contact information
  • tax information
  • background checks details.

No details are disclosd about the nature of the attack or the number of affected individuals.

Spark Driver has initiated the process of notifying affected individuals through data breach notification letters.

Wal-Mart Spark Driver platform reports data breach after unauthorized access