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Škoda Auto Shop Breach: Names, Addresses, Emails Stolen
13 May
Summary
- Škoda Auto's online shop was breached due to a vulnerability in its e-commerce software.
- Attackers accessed customer names, addresses, emails, and order information.
- Payment data was not affected, but customers are warned of potential phishing.
Škoda Auto has confirmed a cyberattack targeted its online shop, leading to a breach of customer data. The incident occurred when threat actors exploited a vulnerability within the e-commerce portal software. This allowed them temporary, unauthorized access to the system.
Following the discovery, the online shop was taken offline, and the unauthorized individuals were removed. The company has engaged IT forensics specialists and notified relevant authorities about the security lapse.
Customer data accessed may include names, postal addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers. Order information was also compromised, along with usernames and hashed passwords. Crucially, payment card details were not affected by the breach.
While it's not possible to confirm the exact extent of data retrieval, Škoda Auto is advising customers to be vigilant against potential phishing scams. There is currently no evidence to suggest the stolen data has been misused.
