Huge Credit Card Breach: Database of Over 1.2 Million Cards Found on Dark Web

A major data breach has caused widespread concern, as a database with sensitive financial details of over 1.2 million credit cards was leaked on the dark web.

Cybersecurity sources report that the database was made available for free, exposing it to cybercriminals globally.

The leak was first reported by the Twitter account DailyDarkWeb.

The breach contains detailed credit card data, including cardholder names, numbers, expiration dates, CVV codes, and some billing addresses.

This data can be used for fraudulent transactions, identity theft, and other cybercrimes, posing a significant threat.

Cybersecurity experts have called this leak one of the largest credit card breaches in recent years, affecting individuals across multiple countries.

A cybersecurity analyst stated that the free availability of this database on the dark web significantly heightens the risks by lowering entry barriers for cybercriminals, enabling anyone with malicious intent to exploit the data. For the 1,221,551 individuals affected, the risks are severe, as fraudsters could use the leaked information to make unauthorized transactions or clone cards.

The global scale has raised concerns about financial system vulnerabilities. The fact that the database was made freely available on the dark web has significantly heightened risks, according to cybersecurity analysts, making it easier for bad actors to exploit the stolen information.

Experts advise cardholders to act quickly by monitoring bank statements for suspicious activity, enabling transaction alerts, and requesting new cards if needed.

For safer online transactions, they suggest using virtual credit cards, setting spending limits, and avoiding unreliable websites.