Qantas customers’ data leaks in major cyber attack of the airline

Qantas confirmed a major data violation that could affect six million customers.

In a statement on the website, the airline, on Monday, a third -party customer service platform used by a Qantas Call Center detected unusual activity, he said.

A cyber criminal seems to be targeted by the central and later reached the platform. The company said that there was a violation.

In a statement on Tuesday, “ There are six million customers with service records on this platform, ” he said.

‘We continue to investigate the ratio of stolen data, but we expect it to be important.

‘The first review confirmed that the data includes some customers’ names, E -Post addresses, phone numbers, birth dates and frequent brochure numbers.

‘We understand that this will be related to customers.’

Airline, the affected system credit card details, personal financial information and passport details are not made, he said.

Qantas said often that the hand announcement account was not endangered or that the passwords, pin numbers or entry information were not accessed.

Operations or the safety of the airline was not affected by the alleged violation.

Vanessa Hudson, Chairman of the Qantas Group Executive Officer, apologized to customers.

‘Our customers trust us with personal information and we take this responsibility seriously’ he said.

‘We sincerely apologize to our customers and we are aware of the uncertainty that this will cause.

‘Today we communicate with our customers and our focus is to provide them with the necessary support.’

Shadow Cyber ​​Security Minister Melissa Price, ABC violation ‘a sharp reminder for all Australian businesses’, he said.

“Up to six million customers are potentially affected by this, a major cyber event and Qantas need to maintain open and honest communication,” he said.

Following the news, Cyber ​​Security Shadow Minister Melissa Price said that the violation was a definite reminder of the Australian business (stock image)

Qantas reported to the Australian Cyber ​​Security Center and the Australian Information Commissioner.

The Australian Federal police were also informed and the airline said it supports all agencies when they researched.

Customers were advised to communicate with a special support line on 1800 971 541 or +61 2 8028 0534.

Through this team, they will be able to access expert ID protection advice and resources.

If customers have an upcoming trips, there is nothing to do.