Hyundaione of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world notifies via statement that they have been victims of a cyberattack and that the data of thousands of customers have been exposed. As they explain, this problem has been caused by a third party that has accessed part of the information in their database. data.
Mention that these refer only to emails, telephone numbers or even addresses but clarify that Users’ bank information or ID has not been affected. However, it is enough for others to impersonate the brand and send emails or SMS phishingFor example.
“Our IT investigation indicates that some data relating to customers and potential customers may have been compromised. Data includes contact details (such as emails, addresses and phone numbers) and vehicle data (such as VINs) of our customers. No financial data or official identification numbers (such as ID) of our clients have been affected”explains Hyundai in a statement released to customers in this regard.
“Despite the very high level of protection measures we apply to our technology systems and our continued efforts to maintain the highest level of securityour company has recently become aware that an unauthorized third party has accessed certain information in our customer database”they add.
Hyundai responds forcefully to cyberattack
As they explain, from the outset have put all their investigative services and securityas well as his legal team, to work on the problem and solve the incident. Note that Hyundai has already notified the Spanish Data Protection Agency of the case for further collaboration and they have completely blocked the affected service to prevent it from spreading.
“As soon as we became aware of the incident, we immediately launched an investigation and took steps to contain it.”, adds the company in the statement. Although they are not aware that these stolen data pose a serious danger to customers, they do advise to be aware of any type of suspicious mail or message.
“Although we are not aware that this data has been used for fraudulent purposes, out of an abundance of caution, we recommend that you apply the measures usually recommended and check any contact attempts by email, postal and / or text message that may appear to come from of Hyundai Spain or other entities of the Hyundai Motor Group”end.
Computer Hoy has contacted Hyundai, but so far we have not received a response. We will update with any kind of useful information for users.