Australia’s Qantas probing reports of data breach at loyalty app


Australia’s Qantas Airways said on Wednesday it was investigating issues impacting its frequent flyer application, after media reports suggested there was a data breach allowing users access to other passengers’ travel information.

Multiple local media outlets, citing Qantas customers, are reporting that some users can see strangers’ full travel information, with at least one user being able to cancel someone else’s tickets.

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Source: MSN News


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