UK Outlet of Louis Vuitton Suffers Data Leak
Louis Vuitton Suffers Second Security Breach in a Week
In a concerning turn of events, luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton has suffered a security breach, marking the second incident in a week. The breach, discovered on July 2, has potentially compromised the personal data of its customers, according to customer notifications shared on various platforms.
Personal identifiable information (PII) that may have been compromised includes first and second name, gender, country, phone number, email and postal address, date of birth, purchases, and preference data. However, no financial information was taken in the attack, as stated by Thomas Richards, infrastructure security practice director at Black Duck.
Richards warned of significant risks for the company and its customers, emphasizing the potential for malicious emails being sent to victims pretending to be Louis Vuitton in an attempt to gain login or financial information. He also advised customers to remain vigilant against any unsolicited communication or suspicious correspondence.
In addition, Richards recommended that LVMH, Louis Vuitton's parent company, conduct an organization-wide security assessment to find the root cause of the issue and implement changes to prevent further breaches. He also suggested that the pattern of other LVMH regional breaches might be indicative of a larger problem and that the breach might not be fully contained.
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has been notified of the breach. This incident follows a series of customer data breaches in 2021, affecting numerous organizations, including government and corporate entities. Two other LVMH brands, Christian Dior Couture and Tiffany, have also experienced customer data breaches this year, with Christian Dior Couture and Tiffany under government investigation since May.
It's important to note that no evidence of misused data has been found, but phishing attempts, fraud attempts, or unauthorized use of information may occur. Customers are advised to be on alert for any suspicious and sudden emails or calls directing them to take immediate action or face a negative consequence. Richards also warned of potential attempts by the attackers to pose as customers and gather more information from Louis Vuitton's customer support team.
In a related development, four individuals were arrested last week in connection with cyber-attacks on M&S, Co-op, Harrods, and potentially Harrods. The arrested individuals include a 17-year-old British man, a 19-year-old Latvian, a 20-year-old British woman, and a 19-year-old British man.
As the investigation continues, customers are encouraged to protect their personal information and be cautious of any suspicious activity. Louis Vuitton has promised to keep its customers updated on any further developments regarding the security breach.
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