Citibank Hacked, 200K Customer Accounts Exposed
2011-06-09 09:48 by Daniela
Tags: Citibank, hackers, security
Citibank has confirmed that the names, account numbers and contact information of about 200,000 of its North American customers have been stolen in a hacking attack. However, the attack did not affect birth dates, PINs and other sensitive information as it is held elsewhere, the bank said. The security hole was found during routine checking in early May: "During routine monitoring, we recently discovered unauthorized access to Citi's Account Online. A limited number – roughly one percent – of Citi bankcard customers' account information (such as name, account number and contact information including email address) was viewed. The customer's social security number, date of birth, card expiration date and card security code (CVV) were not compromised. We are contacting customers whose information was impacted. Citi has implemented enhanced procedures to prevent a recurrence of this type of event. For the security of these customers, we are not disclosing further details." Read more -here-
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