Australia's Qantas says cyber criminal contacts one week after data breach
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 07 2025
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Source: Reuters
Data Breach Incident: A cyber criminal has contacted Qantas following a data breach that exposed personal information of six million customers, including names and contact details. The company is working with the Australian Federal Police and monitoring the situation with cybersecurity experts.
Impact on Reputation: This incident marks a significant cyber attack in Australia, raising concerns for Qantas as it attempts to restore public trust after previous controversies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
