AI-driven cyberattacks hit 16 financial firms, expose 100,000 records

The Korea Times reports that the number of financial firms impacted by AI-driven cyberattacks has increased to 16, a significant rise from the initial seven cases reported. This cyber intrusion has exposed approximately 100,000 records containing sensitive personal information, including resident registration numbers. The potential number of exposed records may continue to grow as firms conduct further system checks for signs of intrusion.

Regulators have also identified security vulnerabilities at 130 out of the 555 financial firms examined, highlighting issues such as the failure to implement the latest security patches. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) revealed these findings during an emergency response meeting, noting that the breaches have affected various entities, including banks, savings banks, credit finance companies, electronic payment providers, and cryptocurrency businesses.

Among the affected firms are four major banks—Shinhan, KB Kookmin, BNK Busan, and Hana—as well as four savings banks—Yegaram, Welcome, DB, and OK. Hyundai Capital and KDB Capital are also among those impacted, alongside online investment firms.

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