British Airways announced that its website has been hacked and data of more than 380,000 of its customers has been stolen.
The company has revealed that the data was stolen between August 21 and September 5, and the hack has been reported to the authorities.
It appears that customers' names, addresses, phone numbers, and payment information may have been leaked in the hack.
From 22:58 BST on 21 August 2018 until 21:45 BST on 5 September 2018, the personal and financial details of customers who made bookings on ba.com and the airline's app have been affected.
Alex Cruz, Chairman and CEO of British Airways, said: “We are deeply sorry for the disruption caused by this criminal activity. We take the protection of our customers’ data very seriously.”
If you think you have been affected by the hack then you should contact the company, you can find out more details on their website.
Possible consequences of a data breach
The consequences of a data breach can be serious and far-reaching:
Financial losses: Data breaches can lead to financial losses for the affected organization due to regulatory fines and loss of business.
Identity Theft: Personal information obtained in a data breach can be used for identity theft, leading to financial loss for individuals.
Reputational damage: A data breach can seriously damage an organization's reputation and erode trust among customers and partners.
Legal implications: Depending on the nature of the breach, there may be legal implications and lawsuits against the responsible party.
