Hackers are attempting to sell what they claim is confidential information belonging to millions of Santander staff and customers, sparking concerns about potential data breaches and privacy violations. The group, known as ShinyHunters, has also been linked to a recent hack of Ticketmaster, further raising alarm bells in the cybersecurity community.
Santander, a global bank with operations in multiple countries, has confirmed that data has been stolen, including information on customers and employees in Chile, Spain, and Uruguay. The bank has reassured customers that its banking systems remain secure and unaffected, allowing them to continue transacting safely.
The hackers have posted an advertisement on a dark web forum, boasting of having access to sensitive data such as bank account details, account numbers, credit card numbers, and HR information for staff. While Santander has not verified the accuracy of these claims, cybersecurity experts warn that the potential risks of such a breach are significant.
In a concerning development, researchers at cyber-security company Hudson Rock have linked the Santander breach and the Ticketmaster hack to a larger cyber attack on a cloud storage company called Snowflake. The perpetrators allegedly gained access to Snowflake’s internal system by stealing the login details of a staff member, potentially exposing even more victims to data theft.
As authorities and cybersecurity experts work to investigate and address these breaches, customers are urged to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their personal information. The implications of these hacks could be far-reaching, underscoring the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in an increasingly digital world.
