Browsing: Cyber Incidents

The European Space Agency (ESA) has publicly confirmed a cybersecurity breach that affected a limited number of servers outside its core corporate network, marking one of the most significant data security incidents in the aerospace sector this year. According to official statements released by ESA and corroborated by independent cybersecurity reporting, an unauthorized actor gained access to servers supporting collaborative science projects. The agency clarified that the affected systems were not part of mission-critical infrastructure and that there is no current indication of impact on active space missions. Preliminary forensic analysis suggests that the breach was detected following unusual activity…

A data breach affecting a subcontractor linked to South Korean airline Korean Air has been disclosed, involving unauthorized access to internal employee records. According to company statements and regulatory disclosures, the incident occurred after attackers exploited vulnerabilities in systems operated by KC&D Service, a former in-flight catering subsidiary now owned by a private equity firm. Preliminary investigations indicate that approximately 30,000 employee records were accessed, including names, bank account details, and internal employment identifiers. Korean Air said that no customer data was affected and the exposure was limited to internal employee information. The airline confirmed that cybersecurity specialists and forensic…

A data security incident involving South Korean e-commerce company Coupang was disclosed on December 29, 2025, after a former employee admitted to accessing internal customer records without authorization. According to the company’s statement and ongoing legal filings, the individual accessed internal systems after leaving the organization and viewed or copied data linked to approximately 33 million customer accounts. Authorities confirmed that the access was not part of any approved internal activity and is being treated as a criminal violation under South Korean data protection laws. Coupang stated that the unauthorized access was limited to customer profile information and did not…

A major cybersecurity incident disrupted a globally popular online gaming platform on December 28, 2025, causing widespread service outages and unauthorized changes to internal systems. According to incident disclosures and user reports, attackers gained unauthorized access to backend infrastructure by exploiting a vulnerability in the platform’s server environment. This access allowed them to manipulate internal digital assets, temporarily disable moderation controls, and interfere with account management systems. As a result, the platform experienced instability across multiple regions, with users reporting sudden account changes, abnormal digital balances, and service interruptions. The company temporarily suspended its services to contain the incident and…