Feds Investigating Target Data Breach

Eric Holder confirms to Senate committee

Attorney General Eric Holder confirmed Wednesday that federal authorities were investigating the data breach involving retail giant Target.

"The Department of Justice takes seriously reports of any data breach, particularly those involving personally identifiable or financial information, and looks into allegations that are brought to its attention,'' Holder told the Senate Judiciary Committee.

"While we generally do not discuss specific matters under investigation, I can confirm the department is investigating the breach involving the U.S. retailer, Target. And we are committed to working to find not only the perpetrators of these sorts of data breaches – but also any individuals and groups who exploit that data via credit card fraud.''