Hackers steal 31,000 records identifying people behind Liechtenstein companies, foundations

A cyberattack has compromised the data of around 31,000 people listed in Liechtenstein's register of economic beneficiaries. The register contains information on individuals behind companies, foundations, and trusts in the country.

The breach was detected on Thursday after the data was accessed overnight from Wednesday, according to the Associated Press. The government took measures to secure the data and removed the system from the internet.

The government has formed a crisis unit to investigate the attack. The list of people behind companies and foundations is part of Liechtenstein's efforts to combat money laundering and terror financing.

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