Summary
Renault warned its UK customers to be careful after hackers accessed personal data from a company that manages data for the carmaker. The hack did not affect financial details such as passwords or bank account information. Renault is contacting those impacted and collaborating with authorities to manage the situation.
Key Facts
- Renault UK warned customers about a data breach affecting a third-party provider.
- Customer financial data was not compromised in the hack.
- Hackers accessed personal data like names, addresses, and vehicle details.
- Renault did not say how many people were affected.
- The incident is reportedly isolated and has been contained.
- All affected customers will be contacted and advised to ignore suspicious requests for personal information.
- Similar cyber-attacks have recently affected other companies like Jaguar Land Rover and Asahi.
