Data breach at Canadian airline WestJet affects 1.2M passengers, exposing personal and travel info.
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Data Breach At WestJet Impacts 1.2M Passengers
Canada’s second-largest airline, WestJet , confirmed a major data breach impacting 1.2 million passengers earlier this year. The airline revealed that sensitive passenger information was stolen in a cyberattack , raising concerns about identity and travel security. Image Credits:Mike Campbell/NurPhoto / Getty Images The disclosure came in a filing with Maine’s attorney general, which confirmed that 240 residents in the state were among those affected. What Data Was Stolen in the WestJet Breach? According to WestJet, the stolen information may include: Passenger names and dates of birth Postal addresses Travel documents such as passports and government-issued IDs Customer accommodations, including requests and complaints Rewards program information , such as points balances and account details This extensive exposure means that affected passengers may face risks related to identity theft and travel fraud . How WestJet Is Responding WestJet said it is investigating the breach and has taken steps to enh…
