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Cathay Pacific becomes latest airline to suffer data breach incident
Cathay Pacific has joined a growing number of carriers affected by data security incidents, though the Hong Kong-based airline said operations and systems remain unaffected. The airline is conducting an investigation into the breach.
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Cathay Pacific Airways has confirmed it is the latest major airline to experience a data breach, adding to a mounting list of carriers grappling with cybersecurity challenges in recent months.
The airline disclosed that it is investigating the incident but emphasised that current operations and system functionality have not been compromised. No specific details regarding the scope of the breach or the volume of data affected were immediately disclosed.
The incident comes as the aviation industry faces heightened scrutiny over data protection practices. Airlines across the Asia-Pacific region and globally have increasingly become targets for cyber attacks, exposing passenger information and payment details.
Cathay Pacific said it is working to determine the full extent of the incident and is coordinating with relevant authorities. The airline urged customers and stakeholders to remain vigilant and monitor their accounts for any suspicious activity.
The Hong Kong carrier operates an extensive network across Asia-Pacific and has millions of passengers annually, making it one of the region's largest international carriers.