7-Eleven breach exposes data of 185,000 customers

Cybercriminal group ShinyHunters compromised 7-Eleven's systems in April, stealing personal information of over 183,000 individuals, according to Have I Been Pwned, a data breach notification service. The convenience store chain fell victim to the extortion-focused gang, which gained unauthorized access to customer records. Affected individuals may face identity theft and fraud risks. 7-Eleven customers should monitor their accounts for suspicious activity and consider placing fraud alerts with credit bureaus. The breach highlights ongoing security vulnerabilities in retail sector databases, emphasizing the need for stronger cybersecurity measures among major corporations handling sensitive customer data. Source: Have I Been Pwned.