WestJet’s Cyber Turbulence: 1.2 Million Customers’ Data Exposed in Major Breach
WestJet’s data breach was a mile-high disaster, impacting 1.2 million customers. While no credit card numbers were compromised, the hackers did get their hands on personal details, including some travel documents. On the bright side, WestJet is offering two years of free identity theft protection—because nothing says “We care” like free service after the fact!
Hot Take:
Well, WestJet has certainly taken “flying high” to a whole new level by letting hackers soar through the clouds of their Microsoft network. With 1.2 million customers affected, it seems their cybersecurity was about as guarded as an airport security line on a Monday morning. But hey, at least they’ve offered a free two-year identity theft protection package, because nothing says ‘we’re sorry’ quite like making sure your personal data doesn’t fly the coop again.
Key Points:
– WestJet’s June cyberattack compromised the personal data of 1.2 million customers.
– Hackers accessed sensitive information through social engineering and Citrix.
– Impacted data includes names, birthdates, addresses, and travel documents.
– No credit card details or passwords were compromised.
– FBI is involved, and WestJet offers two years of free identity theft protection.