Online fashion retailer ASOS says hackers accessed customers’ personal data
The hack exposed some customers' personal information, including names and contact details, according to a preliminary investigation launched by the U.K. based online retailer.
Asos has informed customers that hackers have obtained more extensive personal data than initially disclosed, according to a BBC investigation. The retailer revealed the breach involved names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, customer numbers, and dates of birth. Additionally, cybercriminals now have access to customers' website search queries, including terms like "reclaimed vintage", "glamorous wide fit", and "Asos petite".
One victim expressed concern over the potential misuse of stolen data for phishing attacks or impersonation scams. Despite Asos stating no bank details or passwords were accessed, customers are advised to remain vigilant for suspicious messages or calls purporting to be from the company. The hackers, who dubbed themselves Xuanyewen, gained access to the data by impersonating a trusted contact to obtain login credentials.
Asos is investigating the incident and has cautioned customers to change their passwords as a precautionary measure.
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