Monster.com Admits Keeping Data Breach Under Wraps


	Monster.com Admits Keeping Data Breach Under Wraps

corvettez89

8-30-2007 11:02 AM

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security breach, identity theft

corvettez89 says:

If you've put your resume on monster.com or know someone who did - read this article. There's thieves out there who want to scam you.

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