Adidas has announced that a data breach at a third-party vendor resulted in the exposure of some customer data. The compromised information potentially includes email addresses, phone numbers, and contact information. According to Adidas, the breach stemmed from a security vulnerability within the vendor's systems, not Adidas's own infrastructure.
The company is currently working with the vendor to understand the full scope of the incident and to secure the vulnerable systems. Adidas is also notifying affected customers, advising them to be vigilant for phishing scams and other suspicious communications. Customers are encouraged to review their account activity and report any unauthorized transactions immediately.
Data security experts recommend using strong, unique passwords for online accounts and being cautious about clicking on links or opening attachments from unknown senders. The incident highlights the importance of robust security measures throughout the supply chain and the potential risks associated with third-party vendors handling sensitive customer information. Adidas has pledged to take steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Adidas Customer Data Exposed in Vendor Security Breach
Adidas has confirmed a data breach affecting some customers. The breach occurred due to a security incident at one of Adidas's third-party vendors. Exposed information may include customer email addresses, phone numbers, and other personal details. Adidas is investigating the incident and notifying affected customers, urging them to be cautious of potential phishing attempts.