Clorox has filed a $380 million lawsuit against information technology provider Cognizant over a cyberattack that occurred in 2023. The complaint alleges that hackers gained access to Clorox's systems by simply asking Cognizant's staff for employees' passwords, highlighting a critical security lapse at the IT service provider. The bleach manufacturer holds Cognizant responsible for the breach, which has raised questions about the adequacy of security protocols at the vendor. The lawsuit underscores the risks companies face when relying on third-party IT services and the potential consequences of insufficient cybersecurity measures.