Headline: Cyber Criminals' Latest Spree: Adidas, Victoria's Secret, and Cartier Hit by Data Breaches
Unscrupulous cybercriminals successfully swipe valuable client data from Adidas, Victoria's Secret, and Cartier.
Gossiping the News:
It seems the cat's outta the bag - Adidas, Victoria's Secret, and Cartier have all taken a hit from cyber criminals, joining the ranks of Marks & Spencer and The North Face. No payment details were stolen, but customer data like names, emails, and phone numbers were off limits.
The Lowdown:
Fancy brands, big money, and a whole lot of private info - that's the ticket for cybercriminals these days. Here's what happened:
- Cartier: The Swiss luxury conglomerate's site got breached, with names, emails, and countries of residence getting swiped. But fret not, passwords, credit card numbers, and banking info were left untouched. They've beefed up security with expert help.
- Adidas: These Bavarian sports giants got stung when uninvited guests snooped around their customer service provider. The intruders snagged contact details of customers who'd previously reached out to them. The house says no credit card or payment details were affected.
- Victoria's Secret: The angels' secret digital lair fell prey to a cyberattack, causing the shutdown of the site and the delay of financials release. The specific info nabbed remains to be seen, but the focus is on operational disruption rather than concrete data details.
Intrigued? Here's a Scoop More:
- Scattered Spider - Cybercrime group suspected to be behind the Victoria's Secret attack.
- Adidas breach details - Specific details about Adidas' breach, including data compromised and number of affected customers.
These breaches serve as a stark reminder that even luxury brands can't hide from cyber threats, and customer data can be a precious target. Stay vigilant, folks!
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of personal data, considering the recent data breaches at luxury brands like Adidas, Victoria's Secret, and Cartier, which highlight the vulnerability of technology in the context of general- news, specifically crime and justice. The increased focus on cybersecurity is essential to safeguard private data in today's interconnected world.
