[Post 500] AirAsia Data Theft: How Your Personal Information Is Exploited | Cyber Scammed - Part 2/3

Summary

In 2022, hackers claimed to have committed a data breach against AirAsia and stolen records of all its employees as well as millions of passengers. This is not the only case of data theft in Malaysia, where such theft is becoming a growing underground economy. Both the private and government sectors are falling prey to cyber criminals harvesting data that is stored online.  

Sensitive information, including personal data, financial records and intellectual property are stolen as confidential networks are being breached. This has led to financial losses and reputational damage, affecting individuals, businesses, and even national security. What can be done to protect our data?