Leeds United’s Digital Dribble: Cybercriminals Swipe Fans’ Card Details in Five-Day Goal!
Leeds United says cyber criminals scored big during a five-day digital heist, swiping card details from its retail website. The club, despite layers of cybersecurity, is now playing defense, liaising with the ICO. A reminder for all: when it comes to online transactions, keep your eye on the ball!
Hot Take:
Who knew that the beautiful game had an ugly side? Leeds United’s retail website was blitzed by cybercriminals, proving once and for all that even football fans need a better defense. As if the Championship wasn’t challenging enough, now they need to fend off hackers too!
Key Points:
- Leeds United suffered a five-day cyberattack on its retail website in February 2023.
- Payment card details of a “small number of customers” were stolen.
- A forensic investigation was conducted, and affected customers were notified.
- Cyber expert Jake Moore suggests attackers likely accessed all transactions during the breach.
- The English Football League issued alerts following similar attacks on other clubs.
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