Managerial Ethics and Social Responsibility - Case Study 3

Read the Case “Equifax’s Data Breach” at the end of Chapter 6 and response to the following:

1. Do you think the company reacted appropriately upon learning about the breach?
2. What could Equifax have done differently to prevent the cyberattack?
3. What type(s) of ethical climate existed at Equifax, and did this contribute to the hacking issues there?
4. What changes should managers and the board of directors make now to reduce the likelihood of an incident like this from occurring in the future?
5. What types of ethics training would you recommend for Equifax employees in the future to prevent such correct behavior?