Singapore Airlines confirms 46000 booking records exposed in Amadeus breach
Singapore Airlines reported that 46,000 customer booking records were compromised following a security vulnerability at travel technology provider Amadeus.
Scope of the data exposure
The stolen information included passenger details and flight itineraries. Limited passport and loyalty-program information was also accessed by attackers. Amadeus stated there is no evidence that payment or financial data were taken.
Response from the technology firm
Amadeus said it became aware of a vulnerability affecting its travel booking display environment. The company implemented measures to fix the issue and enhanced monitoring capabilities. It stressed there are no indications the vulnerability was used for ransomware purposes.
Other airlines affected by breach
Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines were among the carriers that reported sensitive data compromise. Multiple major airlines started reporting issues as a result of this incident. The exposure has raised concerns regarding phishing and identity fraud for travelers.
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