Burger King Reports Data Leak Affecting 11.18 Million Members
Burger King Japan has announced that approximately 11.18 million records containing personal information of its official app members were leaked following unauthorized access to its systems between October 2 and October 7. (News On Japan)
Burger King Japan disclosed that approximately 11.18 million personal details of its official app users were exposed due to unauthorized access to its systems between October 2 and October 7. The compromised data encompasses members' names, phone numbers, and email addresses. The breach transpired when unauthorized individuals infiltrated the official app system over six days.
Burger King Japan regretted the significant inconvenience and anxiety caused by the incident, stating, "We deeply apologize for the significant inconvenience and concern this incident has caused." The company assured that no credit card numbers or passwords were compromised. No secondary harm, such as fraudulent use of the leaked data, has been verified at this juncture.
Meanwhile, Typhoon No. 30 formed near the Marshall Islands on October 15, signaling the first 30 typhoons for the year, with forecasts predicting it to escalate into a very strong typhoon as it traverses the Pacific Ocean, possibly reaching Okinawa.
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