New Delhi
Reports indicate that approximately 1.5 million individuals may have had their personal information compromised in a recent data breach at Taj Hotels, owned by Tata. The perpetrator, identified as ‘Dnacookies,’ is reportedly demanding $5,000 for the complete dataset, including addresses, membership IDs, mobile numbers, and other personally identifiable information (PII). Taj Hotels, run by the Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL), is currently investigating the matter. The IHCL spokesperson stated, We have been made aware of someone claiming possession of a limited customer data set which is of non-sensitive nature. Safety and security of our customers’ data is of paramount importance to us. The spokesperson confirmed that the company is investigating the claim, has notified relevant authorities, and is actively monitoring systems. Importantly, there is no indication of any current or ongoing security issues affecting business operations. As of now, the Delhi Police has not confirmed whether they have received a complaint from the Taj Group regarding the data breach. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges and concerns related to cybersecurity, emphasizing the need for robust measures to safeguard personal information in the digital age.
