What can I do to protect myself after 'Asos hacked' message?
Summary
Asos app users in the UK received a pop-up message from hackers claiming to have accessed company data. Asos said it blocked the hackers’ access, is investigating the issue, and advises users not to click on any links in the message to protect themselves.Key Facts
- On Tuesday, many Asos app users saw a pop-up threatening to leak company data.
- The message claimed the hackers took control of Asos’s Snowflake data storage, but Snowflake said their platform was not compromised.
- Asos said some basic personal info like names and contact details might be involved, but passwords and payment details likely were not affected.
- Customers were advised not to click the link in the hacker’s message, which led to a Telegram account.
- It is recommended to change passwords, especially if reused on other sites, and use strong password rules.
- Turning on two-step verification (a security step requiring a second confirmation) is strongly advised.
- Users should watch their online accounts for unusual activity and be cautious of suspicious messages or calls claiming to be from Asos.
- Asos’s website and app continue to work normally while the investigation continues.
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