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Qantas Data Breach: Customer Information Leaked on Dark Web – Protection Guide

Over five million Qantas customers have had personal information published on the dark web following a major cyber attack. The breach occurred through a third-party call center compromise, with hackers using social engineering tactics. Authorities warn of increased scam activity targeting affected passengers.

Qantas customer data from over five million passengers has been illegally published on the dark web, marking one of Australia’s most significant cybersecurity breaches since 2022. The personal information was released by hacker collective Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters after ransom payment deadlines passed, prompting urgent warnings from Australian government authorities about expected scam surges targeting affected customers.

How the Qantas Data Breach Occurred