UAE's Landmark Group probes data breach in Shukran loyalty programme
The UAE's Landmark Group is investigating a cyber incident involving “unauthorised access” to its Shukran loyalty programme, it said on Wednesday. The customer information involved includes names, contact details and dates of birth, the Dubai-based retail and hospitality conglomerate said. However, debit and credit card details were not compromised, as those are not stored on its system, Landmark…
The UAE's Landmark Group is investigating a cyber incident linked to its Shukran loyalty programme, a Dubai-based conglomerate revealed on Wednesday. The data breach involved unauthorized access to customer information such as names, contact details, and dates of birth, though debit and credit card information was not compromised as it is not stored in their system.
Shukran points, which can be redeemed for perks and discounts, also remained unaffected. The company has informed relevant authorities about the incident and is conducting a thorough investigation. Landmark Group, one of the largest retail corporations in the UAE with over 20 brands, operates across multiple Gulf countries and additional locations.
As cyber attacks become more prevalent, companies are investing in enhanced network security. The average cost of a data breach in the Middle East, according to IBM's latest Cost of a Data Breach report, reached $8 million this year, with lost business being the most significant cost category, averaging $3.57 million per breach.
The UAE has implemented robust cyber defense systems to safeguard its economy and society. In September, the nation faced 640,000 cyber attacks in a single day, as reported by the national cyber security chief Mohamed Al Kuwaiti.
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