Million-Plus Patrons' Data Leaked in NSW and ACT Clubs Cyberattack

May 2, 2024
Million-Plus Patrons' Data Leaked in NSW and ACT Clubs Cyberattack
  • Personal data of over a million patrons from clubs and pubs in New South Wales and the ACT has been compromised.

  • The breach, originating from IT provider Outabox, exposed sensitive information including names, addresses, birth dates, venue visits, and possibly photos and signatures.

  • Facial biometrics and driver's license scans were also involved in the data leak.

  • Outabox has confirmed the potential breach and is working with law enforcement on the issue.

  • Investigations by NSW police and government are underway, while a website claiming to offer searches of the leaked data has appeared online.

  • ClubsNSW and Wests Tradies acknowledge the cybersecurity incident and urge venues to communicate with those affected.

  • Gaming minister David Harris and cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt recommend that patrons replace their driver's licenses as a precaution.

  • The NSW government is actively expressing concern and pushing for clubs to inform impacted individuals.

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