Seychelles Commercial Bank Data Breach Exposes Customer Info
Seychelles Commercial Bank has recently suffered a cybersecurity incident, leading to the exposure of customer data. The bank has confirmed that no funds were accessed, but personal information was compromised. The incident has resulted in the temporary suspension of internet banking services.
The bank, which ranks 45th on the Corporate Tax Haven Index, has identified and contained the incident. Stolen data includes customer names, email addresses, phone numbers, account types, and balances. Notably, some accounts are labeled 'current accounts - government'.
The Central Bank of Seychelles has been formally notified of the incident. The bank's internet banking services have been temporarily suspended while the issue is addressed. It is unclear which company was involved in combating the hacking and who contacted the attacker, as none of the available sources mention a Los Angeles-based firm engaged in this specific incident or communication.
Seychelles Commercial Bank has assured customers that no funds were accessed during the cybersecurity incident. However, personal data was exposed, and the bank's internet banking services remain temporarily suspended. The Central Bank of Seychelles has been informed, and the bank is working to resolve the issue.
