Okta's Costly Cyber Security Failures: A $60 Million Lesson in Transparency
Portfolio Pulse from Stan Vick
Okta Inc. faced a significant data breach in early 2022, which was not disclosed promptly, leading to a shareholder lawsuit. The company has agreed to pay $60 million to settle the lawsuit. The breach and subsequent handling led to a decline in stock price and investor trust.

September 16, 2024 | 5:28 pm
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Okta's delayed disclosure of a 2022 data breach led to a shareholder lawsuit, resulting in a $60 million settlement. The breach and its handling caused an 11% stock price drop and damaged investor trust.
The news of the settlement and the history of security breaches have negatively impacted Okta's stock price and investor trust. The $60 million settlement is a direct financial consequence of the breach, and the company's handling of the situation has led to a loss of confidence among investors.
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