A report from Canada's privacy commissioner has disclosed that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has experienced over 42,000 confirmed data breaches since 2020. These breaches have resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive taxpayer information, including social security numbers and tax details. Federal privacy commissioner Philippe Dufresne criticized the CRA for its inadequate protection of personal data and made nine recommendations for improvement, eight of which were fully accepted by the agency. The CRA stated it prioritizes the protection of taxpayer information and is implementing measures to enhance security. Taxpayers are encouraged to monitor their accounts for any unauthorized changes and to contact the CRA if they suspect their accounts have been compromised. The CRA will provide assistance in restoring access and verifying identities for affected individuals.