A massive data breach has sent shockwaves across the globe, as a database containing sensitive financial information for over 1.2 million credit cards has been leaked on the dark web.
According to reports from cybersecurity watchers, the database was shared for free, making it accessible to malicious actors worldwide.
The alarming revelation was first highlighted by the Twitter account DailyDarkWeb.
The breach includes detailed credit card information such as cardholder names, card numbers, expiration dates, CVV codes, and in some cases, billing addresses.
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This data can easily be exploited for fraudulent transactions, identity theft, and other cybercrimes.
Cybersecurity experts have labeled this leak as one of the largest credit card breaches in recent years.
The leaked database affects individuals from multiple countries, and the global scale of the incident has raised concerns about the growing vulnerability of financial systems.
“The fact that this database has been shared for free on the dark web significantly increases the risks,” said a cybersecurity analyst.
“It lowers the barrier for entry for cybercriminals, meaning anyone with malicious intent can access and misuse this data.”
For the 1,221,551 individuals affected, the risks are dire. Fraudsters can use the leaked information to make unauthorized transactions or even clone cards.
Additionally, victims may face identity theft issues if the stolen data includes personal details such as billing addresses.
Experts are urging cardholders to take immediate precautions. This includes closely monitoring bank statements for unauthorized transactions, enabling transaction alerts, and contacting financial institutions to request new cards if necessary.
For individual users, experts recommend using virtual credit cards for online transactions, setting spending limits, and avoiding suspicious websites.
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