'ASOS hacked': App users receive notifications apparently sent by hackers
ASOS has confirmed a data breach after hackers sent unauthorized in-app notifications to customers, claiming to have accessed company systems and personal data. The retailer says it is investigating the incident and has warned customers that their personal information may have been compromised. ASOS has assured customers that payment details are not affected. The breach appears to have involved hackers impersonating a trusted contact and gaining access to ASOS systems.
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- ✓ ASOS confirmed an "unauthorised customer notification" was sent out via its app.
- ✓ The company says 'personal information' may have been accessed during 'unauthorised activity'.
- ✓ ASOS assured customers that payment details are not affected.
- ✓ Hackers impersonated a 'trusted contact' and broke into ASOS systems.
What changed
ASOS has confirmed that the unauthorized activity was not limited to sending notifications, but may have involved access to customer data.
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ASOS confirms data breach after hackers send in-app notifications
ASOS has confirmed a data breach after hackers sent unauthorized in-app notifications to customers, claiming to have accessed company systems and personal data. The retailer says it is investigating the incident and has warned customers that their personal information may have been compromised. ASOS has assured customers that payment details are not affected. The breach appears to have involved hackers impersonating a trusted contact and gaining access to ASOS systems.
Why it matters
The incident has raised concerns about online security and the protection of customer data. ASOS is a major UK-based fashion retailer with a large customer base. The breach may damage customer trust and potentially impact the company's reputation. This incident highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to prevent and quickly respond to data breaches.
What is confirmed
- ASOS confirmed an "unauthorised customer notification" was sent out via its app.
- The company says 'personal information' may have been accessed during 'unauthorised activity'.
- ASOS assured customers that payment details are not affected.
- Hackers impersonated a 'trusted contact' and broke into ASOS systems.
- Shares in ASOS fell nearly 10% after the incident.
Still unconfirmed
- Hackers claimed to have 'fully compromised' ASOS's cloud storage.
What to watch next
- Further updates from ASOS on the extent of the data breach
- Investigations by regulatory bodies into the incident
- ASOS's plans to enhance cybersecurity measures
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- Bloomberg.com — Asos Shares Slump After App Users Receive Hack Notification
- Sky News — ASOS latest: Company says 'personal information' may have been accessed during 'unauthorised activity' - but not payment details
- Yahoo — UK fashion retailer Asos probes hack after customers receive alerts
- People.com — ASOS Investigating ‘Unauthorized Activity’ Involving Apparent Data Breach Conducted by Hackers
- Business Insider — ASOS customers got an ominous notification this morning. Here's what the retailer is telling users.
- Financial Times — Asos customers report notification warning of ‘hack’
- thetimes.com — Asos ‘hacked’: app customers get alert suggesting data breach
- BBC — 'ASOS hacked': App users receive notifications sent by hackers
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