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Sephora is the world’s leading global prestige beauty retail brand. With over 56 000 talents across 35 markets, Sephora connects customers and beauty brands within the world’s most trusted and dynamic beauty community. We serve a highly engaged community of hundreds of millions of beauty followers across our global omnichannel network of more than 3 000 stores and iconic flagships, and our e-commerce and digital platforms, offering personalized and immersive seamless experiences across every touchpoint. With our curation of close to 500 brands and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of prestige beauty products, tailored to our customers’ needs from fragrance to make-up, haircare, skincare and beyond, as we constantly reimagine the world of prestige beauty. Since our inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, we have been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, we continue to break with convention to drive our mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

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SEPHORA

Company Details

Linkedin ID:

sephora

Employees number:

42,667

Number of followers:

2,518,547

NAICS:

43

Industry Type:

Retail

Homepage:

inside-sephora.com

IP Addresses:

648

Company ID:

SEP_3998920

Scan Status:

Completed

AI scoreSEPHORA Risk Score (AI oriented)

Between 800 and 849

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Past Incidents
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Attack Types
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Dior (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.Breach6029/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack limited on finance or reputation

Description: In September 2025, **Dior (Shanghai)** was publicly sanctioned in China for unlawfully transferring **personal information (PI) of Chinese users** to its headquarters in France without complying with regulatory requirements. The violations included: - **Failing to complete a cross-border data transfer security assessment**, enter a standard contract, or obtain PI protection certification. - **Not informing users adequately** about overseas processing methods or obtaining their **‘separate consent’** before sharing data. - **Lacking technical safeguards** (e.g., encryption, de-identification) for collected PI. The breach was exposed after users received warning messages, triggering an investigation by China’s public security authority. While the penalty details were undisclosed, the case marked China’s **first administrative penalty for illegal cross-border PI transfers**, signaling stricter enforcement of the **Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL)**. The incident underscored systemic compliance gaps in Dior’s data localization and security practices, risking reputational damage, regulatory scrutiny, and potential civil claims.

Christian Dior CoutureBreach8541/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: Christian Dior Couture, a luxury fashion house owned by Louis Vuitton, experienced a significant cybersecurity incident that exposed sensitive personal information of its customers. The breach, discovered in May 2025, involved unauthorized access to customer databases containing personal data including names, addresses, dates of birth, and in some cases, Social Security numbers. The incident occurred on January 26, 2025, but was not detected until May 7, 2025. The affected database contained extensive personally identifiable information (PII) such as passport numbers, government-issued ID numbers, and Social Security numbers. No financial data was compromised, but the breach raised concerns about identity theft risks. Dior has implemented several remediation measures, including enhanced network security and complimentary credit monitoring services for affected customers.

Dior (Shanghai)Breach100611/2024
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack threatening the economy of geographical region

Description: Dior’s Shanghai branch was penalized for violating China’s cybersecurity and data protection laws by transferring customer data to its French headquarters without complying with mandatory legal requirements. The breach involved the unauthorized cross-border transfer of personal information, lacking the necessary **security screening**, **customer disclosure**, and **encryption** as mandated by Chinese regulations. The incident highlights systemic failures in data governance, exposing customers to potential privacy risks while undermining compliance with China’s strict data localization and protection frameworks. The case underscores the heightened scrutiny under China’s evolving cybersecurity policies, particularly ahead of the enforcement of the **National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures** (effective November 1, 2024). While the article does not specify the volume of data or direct harm (e.g., financial fraud or identity theft), the unauthorized transfer alone constitutes a **serious regulatory violation**, aligning with China’s classification of incidents threatening **social stability** or **national data security interests**. The fine serves as a warning to multinational corporations operating in China, emphasizing the legal and reputational consequences of non-compliance with data sovereignty laws.

DiorCyber Attack8545/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: French luxury fashion brand Dior suffered a cyberattack on **May 7**, resulting in the exposure of customer data from its **Chinese and South Korean operations**. While account passwords and payment card details remained unaffected, the breach compromised **personal information** of customers, including: - **China**: Full names, gender, phone numbers, email addresses, postal addresses, and purchase histories. - **South Korea**: Contact details, purchase information, and shared preferences (e.g., product interests). The incident has triggered **phishing risks** for affected individuals, with Korean legislators criticizing Dior for **delayed reporting** to authorities. The attack’s scope is still under investigation, but the leaked data—though not financial—poses **reputational and privacy risks**, particularly given the high-profile nature of the brand and its customer base. Authorities and impacted users have been alerted, though the long-term consequences (e.g., fraud, regulatory penalties) remain unclear.

Louis VuittonBreach8547/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: In July 2025, luxury fashion brand **Louis Vuitton** confirmed a **data breach** affecting thousands of its customers. The incident exposed highly sensitive personal information, including **names, contact details, and purchase histories**. While the exact scale of the breach remains undisclosed, the leaked data—particularly transaction records and customer profiles—poses severe risks. Criminals could exploit this information for **targeted phishing attacks, identity theft, or financial fraud**, especially given the brand’s high-net-worth clientele. The breach underscores vulnerabilities in **third-party data-sharing practices**, as retailers often store and share customer data with minimal oversight. Though no ransomware was involved, the exposure of **personal and financial details** linked to luxury purchases heightens the potential for **reputation damage, fraudulent activity, and long-term trust erosion**. The breach aligns with broader trends in 2025, where stolen account data—including 6.8 million records earlier in the year—fueled underground markets for identity exploitation.

Louis VuittonBreach8547/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: Louis Vuitton has suffered a data breach where an unauthorised third party accessed its UK operation's systems and obtained customer information such as names, contact details, and purchase history. Although no financial data was compromised, the company warned customers about potential phishing, fraud, or unauthorised use of their information. This is the third breach of LVMH’s systems in the past three months, with previous incidents affecting Louis Vuitton's Korean operation and Christian Dior Couture.

DiorBreach8541/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: The House of Dior (Dior) experienced a data breach on January 26, 2025, which was discovered on May 7, 2025. The incident compromised personal information of U.S. customers, including full names, contact details, physical addresses, dates of birth, passport or government ID numbers, and Social Security Numbers. No payment details were compromised. Dior took steps to contain the incident and engaged law enforcement and third-party cybersecurity experts. Customers were advised to be vigilant against scams and offered a 24-month credit monitoring service.

Dior (Shanghai branch)Breach10059/2025
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack threatening the organization’s existence

Description: Dior’s Shanghai branch was fined for violating China’s cybersecurity regulations after transferring customer data to its French headquarters without adhering to mandatory security protocols. The incident involved unauthorized cross-border data transfer, lacking proper encryption, customer disclosure, or regulatory approvals. This breach exposed sensitive personal information, undermining compliance with China’s strict data localization and protection laws. The case highlights the government’s zero-tolerance stance on data mismanagement, particularly for multinational corporations operating in China. Authorities emphasized that such violations threaten national data security and social stability, reinforcing the urgency of the newly implemented *National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures*. The financial and reputational fallout for Dior serves as a warning to other foreign entities about the critical need for adherence to China’s evolving cybersecurity framework, where non-compliance risks severe legal penalties and operational disruptions.

DiorCyber Attack8546/2024
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: In February 2025, Dior’s **official Instagram account was hacked**, allowing attackers to post fraudulent content promoting a fake cryptocurrency called *‘Dior Official Coin’* via an external link. While many followers identified the scam early, some were deceived, resulting in **financial losses**. The breach exploited Dior’s high-profile status and customer trust, leveraging its luxury brand reputation to lend credibility to the fraudulent scheme. The incident highlights a broader trend in 2025 where **retail and luxury brands face escalating cyber threats**, particularly targeting **customer data** (e.g., purchase histories, preferences, contact details) for **psychological manipulation** in phishing attacks. Experts warn that such data—though non-financial—enables hyper-realistic scams, as attackers mimic brand communications to deceive victims. Dior’s case underscores the **reputational and financial risks** tied to social media compromises, where even temporary control of an account can erode customer trust and facilitate downstream fraud. The attack aligns with a **56% spike in retail cybercrime** (per KnowBe4), driven by **phishing and AI-enhanced tactics**, with the average retail breach costing **$3.48 million** in 2024. While Dior’s parent company, LVMH, is investing in cybersecurity (e.g., partnerships with Google Cloud), the incident demonstrates how **minor vulnerabilities**—such as social media account security—can be exploited for high-impact fraud.

SEPHORABreach85407/2019
Rankiteo Explanation :
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: International beauty retailer Sephora has admitted to a breach of its online users' data, affecting customers in Singapore as well as in other countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines. Some personal information has been exposed to unauthorized third parties, including first and last name, date of birth, gender, e-mail address, and encrypted password. Determining that no credit card information was accessed and that the company had no reason to believe that any personal data has been misused. The security incident was limited to a database serving our Southeast Asia, Hong Kong SAR, and Australia/New Zealand customers who used their online services.

Dior (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Breach
Severity: 60
Impact: 2
Seen: 9/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack limited on finance or reputation

Description: In September 2025, **Dior (Shanghai)** was publicly sanctioned in China for unlawfully transferring **personal information (PI) of Chinese users** to its headquarters in France without complying with regulatory requirements. The violations included: - **Failing to complete a cross-border data transfer security assessment**, enter a standard contract, or obtain PI protection certification. - **Not informing users adequately** about overseas processing methods or obtaining their **‘separate consent’** before sharing data. - **Lacking technical safeguards** (e.g., encryption, de-identification) for collected PI. The breach was exposed after users received warning messages, triggering an investigation by China’s public security authority. While the penalty details were undisclosed, the case marked China’s **first administrative penalty for illegal cross-border PI transfers**, signaling stricter enforcement of the **Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL)**. The incident underscored systemic compliance gaps in Dior’s data localization and security practices, risking reputational damage, regulatory scrutiny, and potential civil claims.

Christian Dior Couture
Breach
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 1/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: Christian Dior Couture, a luxury fashion house owned by Louis Vuitton, experienced a significant cybersecurity incident that exposed sensitive personal information of its customers. The breach, discovered in May 2025, involved unauthorized access to customer databases containing personal data including names, addresses, dates of birth, and in some cases, Social Security numbers. The incident occurred on January 26, 2025, but was not detected until May 7, 2025. The affected database contained extensive personally identifiable information (PII) such as passport numbers, government-issued ID numbers, and Social Security numbers. No financial data was compromised, but the breach raised concerns about identity theft risks. Dior has implemented several remediation measures, including enhanced network security and complimentary credit monitoring services for affected customers.

Dior (Shanghai)
Breach
Severity: 100
Impact: 6
Seen: 11/2024
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack threatening the economy of geographical region

Description: Dior’s Shanghai branch was penalized for violating China’s cybersecurity and data protection laws by transferring customer data to its French headquarters without complying with mandatory legal requirements. The breach involved the unauthorized cross-border transfer of personal information, lacking the necessary **security screening**, **customer disclosure**, and **encryption** as mandated by Chinese regulations. The incident highlights systemic failures in data governance, exposing customers to potential privacy risks while undermining compliance with China’s strict data localization and protection frameworks. The case underscores the heightened scrutiny under China’s evolving cybersecurity policies, particularly ahead of the enforcement of the **National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures** (effective November 1, 2024). While the article does not specify the volume of data or direct harm (e.g., financial fraud or identity theft), the unauthorized transfer alone constitutes a **serious regulatory violation**, aligning with China’s classification of incidents threatening **social stability** or **national data security interests**. The fine serves as a warning to multinational corporations operating in China, emphasizing the legal and reputational consequences of non-compliance with data sovereignty laws.

Dior
Cyber Attack
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 5/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: French luxury fashion brand Dior suffered a cyberattack on **May 7**, resulting in the exposure of customer data from its **Chinese and South Korean operations**. While account passwords and payment card details remained unaffected, the breach compromised **personal information** of customers, including: - **China**: Full names, gender, phone numbers, email addresses, postal addresses, and purchase histories. - **South Korea**: Contact details, purchase information, and shared preferences (e.g., product interests). The incident has triggered **phishing risks** for affected individuals, with Korean legislators criticizing Dior for **delayed reporting** to authorities. The attack’s scope is still under investigation, but the leaked data—though not financial—poses **reputational and privacy risks**, particularly given the high-profile nature of the brand and its customer base. Authorities and impacted users have been alerted, though the long-term consequences (e.g., fraud, regulatory penalties) remain unclear.

Louis Vuitton
Breach
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 7/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: In July 2025, luxury fashion brand **Louis Vuitton** confirmed a **data breach** affecting thousands of its customers. The incident exposed highly sensitive personal information, including **names, contact details, and purchase histories**. While the exact scale of the breach remains undisclosed, the leaked data—particularly transaction records and customer profiles—poses severe risks. Criminals could exploit this information for **targeted phishing attacks, identity theft, or financial fraud**, especially given the brand’s high-net-worth clientele. The breach underscores vulnerabilities in **third-party data-sharing practices**, as retailers often store and share customer data with minimal oversight. Though no ransomware was involved, the exposure of **personal and financial details** linked to luxury purchases heightens the potential for **reputation damage, fraudulent activity, and long-term trust erosion**. The breach aligns with broader trends in 2025, where stolen account data—including 6.8 million records earlier in the year—fueled underground markets for identity exploitation.

Louis Vuitton
Breach
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 7/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: Louis Vuitton has suffered a data breach where an unauthorised third party accessed its UK operation's systems and obtained customer information such as names, contact details, and purchase history. Although no financial data was compromised, the company warned customers about potential phishing, fraud, or unauthorised use of their information. This is the third breach of LVMH’s systems in the past three months, with previous incidents affecting Louis Vuitton's Korean operation and Christian Dior Couture.

Dior
Breach
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 1/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: The House of Dior (Dior) experienced a data breach on January 26, 2025, which was discovered on May 7, 2025. The incident compromised personal information of U.S. customers, including full names, contact details, physical addresses, dates of birth, passport or government ID numbers, and Social Security Numbers. No payment details were compromised. Dior took steps to contain the incident and engaged law enforcement and third-party cybersecurity experts. Customers were advised to be vigilant against scams and offered a 24-month credit monitoring service.

Dior (Shanghai branch)
Breach
Severity: 100
Impact: 5
Seen: 9/2025
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack threatening the organization’s existence

Description: Dior’s Shanghai branch was fined for violating China’s cybersecurity regulations after transferring customer data to its French headquarters without adhering to mandatory security protocols. The incident involved unauthorized cross-border data transfer, lacking proper encryption, customer disclosure, or regulatory approvals. This breach exposed sensitive personal information, undermining compliance with China’s strict data localization and protection laws. The case highlights the government’s zero-tolerance stance on data mismanagement, particularly for multinational corporations operating in China. Authorities emphasized that such violations threaten national data security and social stability, reinforcing the urgency of the newly implemented *National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures*. The financial and reputational fallout for Dior serves as a warning to other foreign entities about the critical need for adherence to China’s evolving cybersecurity framework, where non-compliance risks severe legal penalties and operational disruptions.

Dior
Cyber Attack
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 6/2024
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: In February 2025, Dior’s **official Instagram account was hacked**, allowing attackers to post fraudulent content promoting a fake cryptocurrency called *‘Dior Official Coin’* via an external link. While many followers identified the scam early, some were deceived, resulting in **financial losses**. The breach exploited Dior’s high-profile status and customer trust, leveraging its luxury brand reputation to lend credibility to the fraudulent scheme. The incident highlights a broader trend in 2025 where **retail and luxury brands face escalating cyber threats**, particularly targeting **customer data** (e.g., purchase histories, preferences, contact details) for **psychological manipulation** in phishing attacks. Experts warn that such data—though non-financial—enables hyper-realistic scams, as attackers mimic brand communications to deceive victims. Dior’s case underscores the **reputational and financial risks** tied to social media compromises, where even temporary control of an account can erode customer trust and facilitate downstream fraud. The attack aligns with a **56% spike in retail cybercrime** (per KnowBe4), driven by **phishing and AI-enhanced tactics**, with the average retail breach costing **$3.48 million** in 2024. While Dior’s parent company, LVMH, is investing in cybersecurity (e.g., partnerships with Google Cloud), the incident demonstrates how **minor vulnerabilities**—such as social media account security—can be exploited for high-impact fraud.

SEPHORA
Breach
Severity: 85
Impact: 4
Seen: 07/2019
Blog:
Rankiteo Explanation
Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: International beauty retailer Sephora has admitted to a breach of its online users' data, affecting customers in Singapore as well as in other countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines. Some personal information has been exposed to unauthorized third parties, including first and last name, date of birth, gender, e-mail address, and encrypted password. Determining that no credit card information was accessed and that the company had no reason to believe that any personal data has been misused. The security incident was limited to a database serving our Southeast Asia, Hong Kong SAR, and Australia/New Zealand customers who used their online services.

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Incidents vs Retail Industry Average (This Year)

No incidents recorded for SEPHORA in 2025.

Incidents vs All-Companies Average (This Year)

No incidents recorded for SEPHORA in 2025.

Incident Types SEPHORA vs Retail Industry Avg (This Year)

No incidents recorded for SEPHORA in 2025.

Incident History — SEPHORA (X = Date, Y = Severity)

SEPHORA cyber incidents detection timeline including parent company and subsidiaries

SEPHORA Company Subsidiaries

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Sephora is the world’s leading global prestige beauty retail brand. With over 56 000 talents across 35 markets, Sephora connects customers and beauty brands within the world’s most trusted and dynamic beauty community. We serve a highly engaged community of hundreds of millions of beauty followers across our global omnichannel network of more than 3 000 stores and iconic flagships, and our e-commerce and digital platforms, offering personalized and immersive seamless experiences across every touchpoint. With our curation of close to 500 brands and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of prestige beauty products, tailored to our customers’ needs from fragrance to make-up, haircare, skincare and beyond, as we constantly reimagine the world of prestige beauty. Since our inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, we have been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, we continue to break with convention to drive our mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

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SEPHORA CyberSecurity History Information

Official Website of SEPHORA

The official website of SEPHORA is http://www.inside-sephora.com/.

SEPHORA’s AI-Generated Cybersecurity Score

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA’s AI-generated cybersecurity score is 824, reflecting their Good security posture.

How many security badges does SEPHORA’ have ?

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA currently holds 0 security badges, indicating that no recognized compliance certifications are currently verified for the organization.

Does SEPHORA have SOC 2 Type 1 certification ?

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA is not certified under SOC 2 Type 1.

Does SEPHORA have SOC 2 Type 2 certification ?

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA does not hold a SOC 2 Type 2 certification.

Does SEPHORA comply with GDPR ?

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA is not listed as GDPR compliant.

Does SEPHORA have PCI DSS certification ?

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA does not currently maintain PCI DSS compliance.

Does SEPHORA comply with HIPAA ?

According to Rankiteo, SEPHORA is not compliant with HIPAA regulations.

Does SEPHORA have ISO 27001 certification ?

According to Rankiteo,SEPHORA is not certified under ISO 27001, indicating the absence of a formally recognized information security management framework.

Industry Classification of SEPHORA

SEPHORA operates primarily in the Retail industry.

Number of Employees at SEPHORA

SEPHORA employs approximately 42,667 people worldwide.

Subsidiaries Owned by SEPHORA

SEPHORA presently has no subsidiaries across any sectors.

SEPHORA’s LinkedIn Followers

SEPHORA’s official LinkedIn profile has approximately 2,518,547 followers.

NAICS Classification of SEPHORA

SEPHORA is classified under the NAICS code 43, which corresponds to Retail Trade.

SEPHORA’s Presence on Crunchbase

No, SEPHORA does not have a profile on Crunchbase.

SEPHORA’s Presence on LinkedIn

Yes, SEPHORA maintains an official LinkedIn profile, which is actively utilized for branding and talent engagement, which can be accessed here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sephora.

Cybersecurity Incidents Involving SEPHORA

As of December 14, 2025, Rankiteo reports that SEPHORA has experienced 10 cybersecurity incidents.

Number of Peer and Competitor Companies

SEPHORA has an estimated 15,526 peer or competitor companies worldwide.

What types of cybersecurity incidents have occurred at SEPHORA ?

Incident Types: The types of cybersecurity incidents that have occurred include Cyber Attack and Breach.

What was the total financial impact of these incidents on SEPHORA ?

Total Financial Loss: The total financial loss from these incidents is estimated to be $3.48 million.

How does SEPHORA detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents ?

Detection and Response: The company detects and responds to cybersecurity incidents through an containment measures with comprehensive investigation and containment measures, and remediation measures with enhanced network security measures, and communication strategy with customer notifications and dedicated breach response line, and and and and containment measures with prompt steps taken to contain the incident, and communication strategy with data breach notifications sent to affected customers, and third party assistance with lvmh partnered with google cloud for cybersecurity enhancements, and remediation measures with investment in cybersecurity (e.g., lvmh), remediation measures with data inventory checks (recommended by huntress), remediation measures with encryption of data at rest, remediation measures with tokenization of payment information, and communication strategy with public disclosure (july 2025), and incident response plan activated with mandatory under new rules (initial report within 30–60 minutes, postmortem within 30 days)., and law enforcement notified with required for 'major' or 'particularly major' incidents (reported to **national cyber info department** and **public security department**)., and communication strategy with multi-channel reporting (hotline **12387**, website, wechat, email)., and enhanced monitoring with expected to be adopted by organizations to meet real-time reporting requirements., and incident response plan activated with mandatory for all network operators, incident response plan activated with must include real-time reporting capabilities, and law enforcement notified with state council’s public security department (for 'particularly serious' incidents), and containment measures with immediate reporting (≤60/30 minutes), containment measures with detailed initial damage assessment, and remediation measures with final report within 30 days with root causes and lessons learned, and recovery measures with government assistance if requested, and communication strategy with multiple reporting channels: hotline (12387), website, wechat, email, and enhanced monitoring with mandatory real-time monitoring upgrades for compliance, and and communication strategy with official warning messages to users, and incident response plan activated with yes (ongoing investigation), and communication strategy with customers urged to be mindful of phishing attacks..

Incident Details

Can you provide details on each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Sephora Data Breach

Description: International beauty retailer Sephora has admitted to a breach of its online users' data, affecting customers in Singapore as well as in other countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines.

Type: Data Breach

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Louis Vuitton UK Customer Data Breach

Description: Louis Vuitton, a leading brand of the French luxury group LVMH, suffered a data breach where an unauthorized third party accessed its UK operation’s systems and obtained customer information such as names, contact details, and purchase history.

Date Detected: 2023-07-02

Type: Data Breach

Attack Vector: Unauthorized Access

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Dior Customer Database Breach

Description: Christian Dior Couture, the luxury fashion house owned by Louis Vuitton, has begun notifying customers of a major cybersecurity incident that exposed sensitive personal information of clients.

Date Detected: 2025-05-07

Type: Data Breach

Attack Vector: Unauthorized Access

Threat Actor: Unspecified third party

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Dior Data Breach Incident

Description: The House of Dior (Dior) experienced a data breach where personal information of U.S. customers was compromised. The incident occurred on January 26, 2025, but was detected on May 7, 2025. The breach involved unauthorized access to a Dior database containing sensitive customer information.

Date Detected: 2025-05-07

Type: Data Breach

Attack Vector: Database Compromise

Threat Actor: ShinyHunters extortion group

Motivation: Data Theft

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Wave of Cyberattacks Targeting Retail and Luxury Brands in 2025

Description: A series of high-profile cyberattacks in the first half of 2025 targeted major retail and luxury brands, including M&S, Co-op, Adidas, The North Face, Harrods, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Dior. Customer data was stolen, and system outages disrupted operations. Attackers exploited valuable customer data beyond financial information, leveraging purchase histories, personal details, and preferences for phishing and psychological targeting. Dior’s Instagram account was hacked in February, promoting a fake cryptocurrency scam ('Dior Official Coin'). LVMH reported a sharp increase in cybercrime, investing in cybersecurity partnerships with Google Cloud. Retail cyberattacks surged by 56%, driven by phishing and AI, with the average breach cost reaching $3.48 million in 2024 (up 18% from 2023).

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Type: Data Breach

Attack Vector: PhishingAI-driven AttacksExploitation of Weak System FlawsSocial Media Account Compromise (Instagram)Supply Chain Vulnerabilities (e.g., vendor PoS systems)

Vulnerability Exploited: Unknown system flaws in retail/luxury brand infrastructureWeak authentication (Dior Instagram)Third-party vendor vulnerabilities (historical reference: Target 2013 breach)

Motivation: Financial Gain (e.g., fake cryptocurrency scam)Data Theft for Psychological Targeting/PhishingExploitation of Customer Profiles for Secondary Attacks

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Louis Vuitton Data Breach (July 2025)

Description: Luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton confirmed a data breach in July 2025 that exposed personal information of thousands of customers, including names, contact details, and purchase histories. The breach highlights risks associated with long-term data retention, third-party data-sharing vulnerabilities, and the criminal marketplace for stolen data. Attackers may combine exposed purchase histories and addresses with phishing tactics (enhanced by AI) to build detailed identity profiles for fraud, identity theft, or targeted attacks. The incident underscores broader concerns about data broker practices, regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and consumer rights to data deletion.

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2025-07

Type: Data Breach

Vulnerability Exploited: Inadequate Third-Party VettingLong-Term Data RetentionLack of Data Minimization

Motivation: Financial GainFraud EnablementIdentity TheftData Monetization (Dark Web Sales)

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change

Title: China Enforces New Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Rules with Strict Deadlines

Description: From November 1, 2024, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) will enforce its **National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures**, requiring Chinese network operators to report serious cyber incidents within **60 minutes** (or **30 minutes** for 'particularly major' events). The rules apply broadly to 'network operators'—any entity owning, managing, or providing network services—and mandate rapid disclosure of incidents threatening national security, social stability, or involving large-scale data breaches (e.g., >100 million personal records) or prolonged outages (e.g., government/news websites offline for >24 hours). Operators must submit initial reports with detailed incident specifics (systems affected, attack timeline, vulnerabilities, ransom demands, etc.) and a **30-day postmortem** analyzing root causes and lessons learned. Non-compliance risks severe penalties, including fines for late, false, or concealed reporting. The CAC has established multiple reporting channels (hotline, website, WeChat, email) to ensure compliance. This follows a recent fine against **Dior Shanghai** for unlawful cross-border data transfers without encryption or proper disclosure.

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2024-10-01

Type: Regulatory Policy Change

Motivation: Regulatory ComplianceNational SecurityData Protection

Incident : Regulatory Compliance

Title: Implementation of China's National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures

Description: From November 1, China will enforce one of the strictest cybersecurity regulations globally, requiring network operators to report serious incidents within 60 minutes (or 30 minutes for 'particularly serious' cases). The measures categorize incidents into four severity levels, mandate detailed initial and final reports, and impose severe penalties for non-compliance. This follows a high-profile fine on Dior's Shanghai branch for unauthorized data transfers, underscoring China's emphasis on data protection as a national priority.

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2023-11-01

Type: Regulatory Compliance

Motivation: National Security, Social Stability, Data Sovereignty, Economic Protection

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Dior Shanghai Administrative Penalty for Unlawful Cross-Border Transfer of Personal Information

Description: On September 9, 2025, Dior (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. was publicly sanctioned in China for unlawfully transferring personal information (PI) overseas without completing required security assessments, obtaining separate user consent, or implementing necessary technical safeguards like encryption. This marks the first administrative penalty in China for unlawful cross-border PI transfers, signaling a shift from rulemaking to active enforcement under the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL). The case underscores the need for multinational companies (MNCs) to reassess and localize their data compliance frameworks in China to meet increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. The investigation was triggered by a data breach reported in May 2025, where users in China received official warning messages from Dior. The penalty details were not disclosed, but the case highlights critical compliance gaps in cross-border data transfer mechanisms, user consent practices, and technical safeguards.

Date Detected: 2025-05

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2025-09-09

Type: Data Breach

Vulnerability Exploited: Lack of Cross-Border Data Transfer ComplianceInadequate User Consent MechanismsAbsence of Technical Safeguards (Encryption/De-identification)

Incident : Data Breach

Title: Dior Cyberattack Exposes Customer Data in China and South Korea

Description: French multinational luxury fashion brand Dior was impacted by a cyberattack on May 7, resulting in the exposure of customer data from its Chinese and South Korean operations. The compromised data includes full names, gender, phone numbers, email addresses, postal addresses, purchase histories, contact details, and shared preferences. Dior has warned affected customers about potential phishing attacks. Korean legislators have criticized Dior for failing to promptly inform authorities.

Date Detected: 2024-05-07

Type: Data Breach

What are the most common types of attacks the company has faced ?

Common Attack Types: The most common types of attacks the company has faced is Breach.

How does the company identify the attack vectors used in incidents ?

Identification of Attack Vectors: The company identifies the attack vectors used in incidents through Customer database systems.

Impact of the Incidents

What was the impact of each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach SEP2372423

Data Compromised: First name, Last name, Date of birth, Gender, E-mail address, Encrypted password

Systems Affected: database serving Southeast Asia, Hong Kong SAR, and Australia/New Zealand customers

Incident : Data Breach LVM852071225

Data Compromised: Names, Contact details, Purchase history

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Data Compromised: Names, Addresses, Dates of birth, Passport numbers, Government-issued id numbers, Social security numbers

Systems Affected: Customer database systems

Identity Theft Risk: High

Payment Information Risk: None

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Data Compromised: Full names, Contact details, Physical address, Date of birth, Passport or government id number (in some cases), Social security number (in some cases)

Identity Theft Risk: High

Payment Information Risk: Low

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Financial Loss: $3.48 million (average per breach in 2024, 18% increase from 2023)

Downtime: True

Operational Impact: Disruption of daily operations across multiple brands

Brand Reputation Impact: High (luxury brands like Dior, LVMH, Chanel targeted; erosion of trust)

Identity Theft Risk: High (customer profiles, preferences, and contact info exposed)

Payment Information Risk: Partial (e.g., last 4 digits of credit cards in JD Sports 2023 breach)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Data Compromised: Names, Contact details, Purchase histories, Potential addresses

Brand Reputation Impact: High (Luxury brand trust erosion, privacy concerns)

Legal Liabilities: Potential GDPR/CCPA ViolationsRegulatory Scrutiny

Identity Theft Risk: High (Exposed data enables profiling for phishing/AI-driven scams)

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Operational Impact: Organizations must invest in **real-time monitoring** and **compliance teams** to meet strict reporting deadlines (30–60 minutes vs. EU's 72-hour rule).

Brand Reputation Impact: Potential reputational damage for non-compliant entities (e.g., Dior Shanghai fined for data transfer violations).

Legal Liabilities: Severe penalties for late, false, or concealed reporting, including fines and legal action against responsible personnel.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Operational Impact: Mandatory real-time monitoring upgradesRapid decision-making compliance teamsIncreased legal/regulatory scrutiny

Brand Reputation Impact: Potential reputational damage for non-compliant organizationsIncreased public trust in cybersecurity transparency

Legal Liabilities: Severe penalties for delayed/omitted/falsified reportsFines for unauthorized data transfers (e.g., Dior case)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Data Compromised: Personal information (pi) of users in china

Operational Impact: Regulatory InvestigationAdministrative Penalty Under PIPLReputation Damage

Customer Complaints: ['Users Received Official Warning Messages']

Brand Reputation Impact: Widespread International AttentionErosion of Consumer TrustPotential Customer Attrition

Legal Liabilities: Administrative Penalty Under PIPL (Details Undisclosed)Potential Civil Claims

Identity Theft Risk: ['Exposure to Harassment Calls', 'Spam Emails', 'Fraud']

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Data Compromised: Full names, Gender, Phone numbers, Email addresses, Postal addresses, Purchase histories, Contact details, Shared preferences

Customer Complaints: Criticism from Korean legislators for delayed notification

Brand Reputation Impact: Potential damage due to data exposure and delayed notification

Identity Theft Risk: High (due to exposed PII)

Payment Information Risk: None (payment card information confirmed not affected)

What is the average financial loss per incident ?

Average Financial Loss: The average financial loss per incident is $348.00 thousand.

What types of data are most commonly compromised in incidents ?

Commonly Compromised Data Types: The types of data most commonly compromised in incidents are Personal Information, , Names, Contact Details, Purchase History, , Pii, Passport Numbers, Government-Issued Id Numbers, Social Security Numbers, , Full Names, Contact Details, Physical Address, Date Of Birth, Passport Or Government Id Number (In Some Cases), Social Security Number (In Some Cases), , Customer Profiles, Purchase Histories, Contact Information, Preferences, Partial Payment Data (E.G., Last 4 Digits Of Credit Cards), Personally Identifiable Information (Pii), , Personal Identifiable Information (Pii), Transaction Histories, , Sensitive Data Threatening National Security, Personal Information (>100M Citizens), Dior Case: Customer Data (Unauthorized Transfer), , Personal Information (Pi), , Personally Identifiable Information (Pii), Purchase Histories, Contact Details, Shared Preferences and .

Which entities were affected by each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach SEP2372423

Entity Name: Sephora

Entity Type: Retailer

Industry: Beauty

Location: SingaporeMalaysiaIndonesiaThailandPhilippinesHong Kong SARAustraliaNew Zealand

Incident : Data Breach LVM852071225

Entity Name: Louis Vuitton

Entity Type: Retailer

Industry: Fashion and Luxury Goods

Location: UK

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Entity Name: Christian Dior Couture

Entity Type: Company

Industry: Fashion

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Entity Name: Dior

Entity Type: Luxury Fashion House

Industry: Fashion

Location: Worldwide

Size: Large

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Marks & Spencer (M&S)

Entity Type: Retailer

Industry: Retail

Location: United Kingdom

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Co-op

Entity Type: Retailer

Industry: Retail

Location: United Kingdom

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Adidas

Entity Type: Retailer

Industry: Apparel

Location: Global (HQ: Germany)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: The North Face

Entity Type: Retailer

Industry: Apparel

Location: Global (HQ: USA)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Harrods

Entity Type: Luxury Retailer

Industry: Retail

Location: United Kingdom

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Louis Vuitton (LVMH)

Entity Type: Luxury Brand

Industry: Fashion

Location: Global (HQ: France)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Chanel

Entity Type: Luxury Brand

Industry: Fashion

Location: Global (HQ: France)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Entity Name: Dior (LVMH)

Entity Type: Luxury Brand

Industry: Fashion

Location: Global (HQ: France)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Entity Name: Louis Vuitton

Entity Type: Luxury Retailer

Industry: Fashion & Apparel

Location: Global (HQ: Paris, France)

Customers Affected: Thousands

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Entity Name: Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)

Entity Type: Government Regulatory Body

Industry: Cybersecurity Governance

Location: China

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Entity Name: Dior Shanghai

Entity Type: Subsidiary (Luxury Retail)

Industry: Fashion/Retail

Location: Shanghai, China

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Entity Name: Chinese Network Operators (Broad Category)

Entity Type: ISPs, Cloud Providers, Government Agencies, Private Enterprises

Industry: Multiple (IT, Telecom, Government, etc.)

Location: China

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Entity Name: Network Operators in China (Broad Definition)

Entity Type: Private Companies, Government Agencies, Financial Institutions, Online Platforms

Industry: Technology, Finance, Government, Media, E-Commerce, Telecommunications

Location: China

Size: All sizes (from SMEs to multinational corporations)

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Entity Name: Dior Shanghai

Entity Type: Subsidiary

Industry: Luxury Retail

Location: Shanghai, China

Size: Large Enterprise

Customers Affected: Customer data transferred without authorization (scale undisclosed)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Entity Name: Dior (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Entity Type: Subsidiary

Industry: Luxury Retail

Location: Shanghai, China

Customers Affected: Users in China (Exact Number Undisclosed)

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Entity Name: Dior (Chinese operations)

Entity Type: Subsidiary/Regional Office

Industry: Luxury Fashion

Location: China

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Entity Name: Dior (South Korean operations)

Entity Type: Subsidiary/Regional Office

Industry: Luxury Fashion

Location: South Korea

Response to the Incidents

What measures were taken in response to each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Incident Response Plan Activated: True

Containment Measures: Comprehensive investigation and containment measures

Remediation Measures: Enhanced network security measures

Communication Strategy: Customer notifications and dedicated breach response line

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Incident Response Plan Activated: True

Containment Measures: Prompt steps taken to contain the incident

Communication Strategy: Data breach notifications sent to affected customers

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Third Party Assistance: LVMH partnered with Google Cloud for cybersecurity enhancements

Remediation Measures: Investment in cybersecurity (e.g., LVMH)Data inventory checks (recommended by Huntress)Encryption of data at restTokenization of payment information

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Communication Strategy: Public Disclosure (July 2025)

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Incident Response Plan Activated: Mandatory under new rules (initial report within 30–60 minutes, postmortem within 30 days).

Law Enforcement Notified: Required for 'major' or 'particularly major' incidents (reported to **national cyber info department** and **public security department**).

Communication Strategy: Multi-channel reporting (hotline **12387**, website, WeChat, email).

Enhanced Monitoring: Expected to be adopted by organizations to meet real-time reporting requirements.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Incident Response Plan Activated: ['Mandatory for all network operators', 'Must include real-time reporting capabilities']

Law Enforcement Notified: State Council’s Public Security Department (for 'particularly serious' incidents),

Containment Measures: Immediate reporting (≤60/30 minutes)Detailed initial damage assessment

Remediation Measures: Final report within 30 days with root causes and lessons learned

Recovery Measures: Government assistance if requested

Communication Strategy: Multiple reporting channels: hotline (12387), website, WeChat, email

Enhanced Monitoring: Mandatory real-time monitoring upgrades for compliance

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Communication Strategy: Official Warning Messages to Users

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Incident Response Plan Activated: Yes (ongoing investigation)

Communication Strategy: Customers urged to be mindful of phishing attacks

What is the company's incident response plan?

Incident Response Plan: The company's incident response plan is described as Mandatory under new rules (initial report within 30–60 minutes, postmortem within 30 days)., Mandatory for all network operators, Must include real-time reporting capabilities, , Yes (ongoing investigation).

How does the company involve third-party assistance in incident response ?

Third-Party Assistance: The company involves third-party assistance in incident response through LVMH partnered with Google Cloud for cybersecurity enhancements.

Data Breach Information

What type of data was compromised in each breach ?

Incident : Data Breach SEP2372423

Type of Data Compromised: Personal information

Data Encryption: encrypted password

Personally Identifiable Information: first namelast namedate of birthgendere-mail address

Incident : Data Breach LVM852071225

Type of Data Compromised: Names, Contact details, Purchase history

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Type of Data Compromised: Pii, Passport numbers, Government-issued id numbers, Social security numbers

Sensitivity of Data: High

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Type of Data Compromised: Full names, Contact details, Physical address, Date of birth, Passport or government id number (in some cases), Social security number (in some cases)

Sensitivity of Data: High

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Type of Data Compromised: Customer profiles, Purchase histories, Contact information, Preferences, Partial payment data (e.g., last 4 digits of credit cards), Personally identifiable information (pii)

Sensitivity of Data: High (includes psychological targeting data)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Type of Data Compromised: Personal identifiable information (pii), Transaction histories

Number of Records Exposed: Thousands

Sensitivity of Data: High (Enables identity profiling, fraud, and targeted phishing)

Data Exfiltration: Likely (Data sold on dark web markets)

Personally Identifiable Information: NamesContact DetailsPurchase Histories

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Data Encryption: Dior Shanghai fined for **lack of encryption** in cross-border data transfers.

Personally Identifiable Information: Threshold for 'particularly major' incidents: **>100 million personal records** leaked.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Type of Data Compromised: Sensitive data threatening national security, Personal information (>100m citizens), Dior case: customer data (unauthorized transfer)

Number of Records Exposed: >100,000,000 (for 'particularly serious' incidents), Undisclosed (Dior case)

Sensitivity of Data: High (national security)High (personal data)Medium (Dior customer data)

Data Exfiltration: Dior case: Data transferred to France without encryption/checks

Data Encryption: ['Dior case: Lack of required encryption']

Personally Identifiable Information: Yes (for incidents involving >100M citizens)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Type of Data Compromised: Personal information (pi)

Sensitivity of Data: High (Potential for Harassment, Fraud, Identity Theft)

Data Exfiltration: Transferred to Dior Headquarters in France

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Type of Data Compromised: Personally identifiable information (pii), Purchase histories, Contact details, Shared preferences

Sensitivity of Data: High (includes PII and purchase histories)

Data Exfiltration: Yes

Personally Identifiable Information: Yes (full names, gender, phone numbers, email addresses, postal addresses)

What measures does the company take to prevent data exfiltration ?

Prevention of Data Exfiltration: The company takes the following measures to prevent data exfiltration: Enhanced network security measures, Investment in cybersecurity (e.g., LVMH), Data inventory checks (recommended by Huntress), Encryption of data at rest, Tokenization of payment information, , Final report within 30 days with root causes and lessons learned, .

How does the company handle incidents involving personally identifiable information (PII) ?

Handling of PII Incidents: The company handles incidents involving personally identifiable information (PII) through by comprehensive investigation and containment measures, prompt steps taken to contain the incident, immediate reporting (≤60/30 minutes), detailed initial damage assessment and .

Ransomware Information

Was ransomware involved in any of the incidents ?

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Data Exfiltration: True

How does the company recover data encrypted by ransomware ?

Data Recovery from Ransomware: The company recovers data encrypted by ransomware through Government assistance if requested, .

Regulatory Compliance

Were there any regulatory violations and fines imposed for each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach LVM852071225

Regulatory Notifications: Information Commissioner’s Office

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Regulations Violated: Potential GDPR (EU), Potential CCPA (California, USA),

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Regulations Violated: National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures (effective Nov 1, 2024), Cross-border data transfer laws (Dior Shanghai case),

Fines Imposed: Dior Shanghai fined for **unauthorized data transfer** without security screening or encryption.

Legal Actions: Penalties for non-compliant operators (late/false reporting) under CAC rules.

Regulatory Notifications: Mandatory reporting to **CAC**, **public security department**, and potentially other agencies.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Regulations Violated: National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Management Measures (effective Nov 1, 2023), Data Localization Laws (Dior case),

Fines Imposed: ['Dior Shanghai: Undisclosed fine for unauthorized data transfer']

Legal Actions: Potential legal penalties for delayed/omitted/falsified reports,

Regulatory Notifications: Mandatory notifications to CAC and Public Security Department

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Regulations Violated: Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL),

Fines Imposed: ['Administrative Penalty (Details Undisclosed)']

Legal Actions: Regulatory Investigation by China’s Public Security Authority,

Regulatory Notifications: First Administrative Penalty for Unlawful Cross-Border PI Transfer in China

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Legal Actions: Criticism from Korean legislators for delayed notification to authorities

How does the company ensure compliance with regulatory requirements ?

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance: The company ensures compliance with regulatory requirements through Penalties for non-compliant operators (late/false reporting) under CAC rules., Potential legal penalties for delayed/omitted/falsified reports, , Regulatory Investigation by China’s Public Security Authority, , Criticism from Korean legislators for delayed notification to authorities.

Lessons Learned and Recommendations

What lessons were learned from each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Lessons Learned: Cybercriminals target non-financial customer data (e.g., preferences, purchase history) for psychological exploitation., Luxury brands are high-value targets due to the sensitivity of customer profiles., Phishing and AI-driven attacks are primary vectors in retail breaches., Early detection and incident response planning are critical to mitigating impact., Third-party vulnerabilities (e.g., vendors) remain a significant risk.

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Lessons Learned: Long-term data retention increases breach risks; implement data minimization strategies., Third-party data-sharing practices require rigorous vetting and accountability controls., Consumer demand for privacy (e.g., GDPR/CCPA requests) is rising; proactive data deletion processes are critical., AI-enhanced phishing leverages breached data (e.g., purchase histories) for hyper-targeted attacks., Data brokers exacerbate risks by monetizing sensitive information (e.g., location tracking).

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Lessons Learned: Strict deadlines (**30–60 minutes**) require **automated detection** and **prepared response teams**., Cross-border data transfers must comply with **encryption** and **disclosure** requirements., Proactive **government coordination** is critical for 'particularly major' incidents.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Lessons Learned: Speed and transparency in incident reporting are critical under China's framework., Data sovereignty and localization are non-negotiable for multinational operations., Real-time monitoring and compliance teams are essential for adherence to strict deadlines., Cross-border data transfers require explicit security checks and encryption.

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Lessons Learned: China’s cross-border data regime has shifted from rulemaking to active enforcement, making compliance an urgent priority for MNCs., MNCs must reassess and localize their data compliance frameworks in China to align with PIPL requirements, which differ substantively from GDPR., Superficial adjustments to global privacy policies (e.g., GDPR-based) are insufficient; clause-by-clause localization is required., Separate user consent for cross-border PI transfers is a unique PIPL requirement and must be explicitly obtained., Luxury brands must elevate data security investments to protect high-value client PI and mitigate reputational/regulatory risks., Technical safeguards (e.g., encryption, de-identification) and PI Protection Impact Assessments (PIPIA) are mandatory for cross-border transfers., Thresholds for regulatory mechanisms (e.g., Security Assessment, SCC Filing) must be evaluated per entity, not at the group level.

What recommendations were made to prevent future incidents ?

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Recommendations: Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g., Dior Instagram)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments.

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Recommendations: Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales.

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Recommendations: Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows., Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance.Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows., Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance.Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows., Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance.Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows., Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance.Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows., Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Recommendations: Implement automated incident detection and reporting systems to meet 30/60-minute deadlines., Establish dedicated compliance teams with legal and technical expertise., Conduct regular audits of data transfer practices to avoid violations like Dior's case., Leverage China's multiple reporting channels (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for redundancy., Prioritize encryption and access controls for sensitive/personal data.Implement automated incident detection and reporting systems to meet 30/60-minute deadlines., Establish dedicated compliance teams with legal and technical expertise., Conduct regular audits of data transfer practices to avoid violations like Dior's case., Leverage China's multiple reporting channels (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for redundancy., Prioritize encryption and access controls for sensitive/personal data.Implement automated incident detection and reporting systems to meet 30/60-minute deadlines., Establish dedicated compliance teams with legal and technical expertise., Conduct regular audits of data transfer practices to avoid violations like Dior's case., Leverage China's multiple reporting channels (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for redundancy., Prioritize encryption and access controls for sensitive/personal data.Implement automated incident detection and reporting systems to meet 30/60-minute deadlines., Establish dedicated compliance teams with legal and technical expertise., Conduct regular audits of data transfer practices to avoid violations like Dior's case., Leverage China's multiple reporting channels (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for redundancy., Prioritize encryption and access controls for sensitive/personal data.Implement automated incident detection and reporting systems to meet 30/60-minute deadlines., Establish dedicated compliance teams with legal and technical expertise., Conduct regular audits of data transfer practices to avoid violations like Dior's case., Leverage China's multiple reporting channels (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for redundancy., Prioritize encryption and access controls for sensitive/personal data.

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Recommendations: Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats.

What are the key lessons learned from past incidents ?

Key Lessons Learned: The key lessons learned from past incidents are Cybercriminals target non-financial customer data (e.g., preferences, purchase history) for psychological exploitation.,Luxury brands are high-value targets due to the sensitivity of customer profiles.,Phishing and AI-driven attacks are primary vectors in retail breaches.,Early detection and incident response planning are critical to mitigating impact.,Third-party vulnerabilities (e.g., vendors) remain a significant risk.Long-term data retention increases breach risks; implement data minimization strategies.,Third-party data-sharing practices require rigorous vetting and accountability controls.,Consumer demand for privacy (e.g., GDPR/CCPA requests) is rising; proactive data deletion processes are critical.,AI-enhanced phishing leverages breached data (e.g., purchase histories) for hyper-targeted attacks.,Data brokers exacerbate risks by monetizing sensitive information (e.g., location tracking).Strict deadlines (**30–60 minutes**) require **automated detection** and **prepared response teams**.,Cross-border data transfers must comply with **encryption** and **disclosure** requirements.,Proactive **government coordination** is critical for 'particularly major' incidents.Speed and transparency in incident reporting are critical under China's framework.,Data sovereignty and localization are non-negotiable for multinational operations.,Real-time monitoring and compliance teams are essential for adherence to strict deadlines.,Cross-border data transfers require explicit security checks and encryption.China’s cross-border data regime has shifted from rulemaking to active enforcement, making compliance an urgent priority for MNCs.,MNCs must reassess and localize their data compliance frameworks in China to align with PIPL requirements, which differ substantively from GDPR.,Superficial adjustments to global privacy policies (e.g., GDPR-based) are insufficient; clause-by-clause localization is required.,Separate user consent for cross-border PI transfers is a unique PIPL requirement and must be explicitly obtained.,Luxury brands must elevate data security investments to protect high-value client PI and mitigate reputational/regulatory risks.,Technical safeguards (e.g., encryption, de-identification) and PI Protection Impact Assessments (PIPIA) are mandatory for cross-border transfers.,Thresholds for regulatory mechanisms (e.g., Security Assessment, SCC Filing) must be evaluated per entity, not at the group level.

What recommendations has the company implemented to improve cybersecurity ?

Implemented Recommendations: The company has implemented the following recommendations to improve cybersecurity: Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows. and Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly..

References

Where can I find more information about each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach LVM852071225

Source: Bloomberg

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Source: Dior Official Notification

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Source: BleepingComputer

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Source: WWD (Women's Wear Daily)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Source: Oxylabs (Julius Cerniauskas, CEO)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Source: NordVPN (Marijus Briedis, CTO)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Source: KnowBe4 Report (March 2025)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Source: Huntress (Michael Tigges, Senior Security Analyst)

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Source: Historical References: Yahoo (2013–2014), Target (2013), VF Corp (2023), JD Sports (2023)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Source: LOKKER (Ian Cohen, CEO)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Source: DataGrail (2025 Data Deletion Report)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Source: UBC Sauder School of Business (Dr. Joy Wu)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Source: SEC Employee Tracking Study (Location Data Brokers)

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Source: The Register

URL: https://www.theregister.com/2024/10/01/china_cybersecurity_reporting_rules/

Date Accessed: 2024-10-01

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Source: Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)

URL: http://www.cac.gov.cn/

Date Accessed: 2024-10-01

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Source: Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Source: Dior Shanghai Fine Case

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Source: China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) - Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Source: Guangzhou Internet Court Judgment (Accor Case, September 2023)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Source: Measures for Security Assessment of Outbound Data Transfers (Effective September 1, 2022)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Source: Measures on Standard Contracts for Cross-Border Transfers of PI (Effective June 1, 2023)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Source: Provisions on Promoting and Regulating Cross-Border Data Flows (Effective March 22, 2024)

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Source: BleepingComputer

Where can stakeholders find additional resources on cybersecurity best practices ?

Additional Resources: Stakeholders can find additional resources on cybersecurity best practices at and Source: Bloomberg, and Source: Dior Official Notification, and Source: BleepingComputer, and Source: WWD (Women's Wear Daily), and Source: Oxylabs (Julius Cerniauskas, CEO), and Source: NordVPN (Marijus Briedis, CTO), and Source: KnowBe4 Report (March 2025), and Source: Huntress (Michael Tigges, Senior Security Analyst), and Source: Historical References: Yahoo (2013–2014), Target (2013), VF Corp (2023), JD Sports (2023), and Source: LOKKER (Ian Cohen, CEO), and Source: DataGrail (2025 Data Deletion Report), and Source: UBC Sauder School of Business (Dr. Joy Wu), and Source: SEC Employee Tracking Study (Location Data Brokers), and Source: The RegisterUrl: https://www.theregister.com/2024/10/01/china_cybersecurity_reporting_rules/Date Accessed: 2024-10-01, and Source: Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC)Url: http://www.cac.gov.cn/Date Accessed: 2024-10-01, and Source: Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), and Source: Dior Shanghai Fine Case, and Source: China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) - Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), and Source: Guangzhou Internet Court Judgment (Accor Case, September 2023), and Source: Measures for Security Assessment of Outbound Data Transfers (Effective September 1, 2022), and Source: Measures on Standard Contracts for Cross-Border Transfers of PI (Effective June 1, 2023), and Source: Provisions on Promoting and Regulating Cross-Border Data Flows (Effective March 22, 2024), and Source: BleepingComputer.

Investigation Status

What is the current status of the investigation for each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Investigation Status: Completed

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Investigation Status: Ongoing

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Investigation Status: Ongoing (per LVMH and industry reports)

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Investigation Status: Disclosed (July 2025); details limited

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Investigation Status: Ongoing (regulatory framework rollout; Dior case resolved with fine).

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Investigation Status: Ongoing (regulatory framework enforcement begins Nov 1, 2023)

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Investigation Status: Completed (Administrative Penalty Imposed)

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Investigation Status: Ongoing

How does the company communicate the status of incident investigations to stakeholders ?

Communication of Investigation Status: The company communicates the status of incident investigations to stakeholders through Customer notifications and dedicated breach response line, Data breach notifications sent to affected customers, Public Disclosure (July 2025), Multi-channel reporting (hotline **12387**, website, WeChat, email)., Multiple Reporting Channels: Hotline (12387), Website, Wechat, Email, Official Warning Messages To Users and Customers urged to be mindful of phishing attacks.

Stakeholder and Customer Advisories

Were there any advisories issued to stakeholders or customers for each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Customer Advisories: Dedicated breach response line: 1-833-918-5938, engagement number B147873

Incident : Data Breach PAR711072225

Customer Advisories: Remain vigilant for scams and phishing attempts, monitor financial accounts, enroll in 24-month credit monitoring and identity theft protection

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Customer Advisories: Review/account privacy settings for data deletion options.Submit formal data deletion requests (cite GDPR/CCPA if applicable).Remove saved payment methods/addresses to limit exposure.Monitor financial accounts for fraudulent activity.

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Stakeholder Advisories: Network operators must prepare for **Nov 1 enforcement**; government agencies to monitor compliance.

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Stakeholder Advisories: All Network Operators Must Prepare For Strict Compliance By November 1, 2023.

Customer Advisories: Increased transparency in breach notifications may improve public trust

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Stakeholder Advisories: Mncs Operating In China Must Urgently Review Cross-Border Data Transfer Practices To Ensure Compliance With Pipl., Luxury Brands Should Treat This Case As A Warning To Strengthen Data Security And Localization Efforts., Legal And Compliance Teams Should Collaborate To Align Global Privacy Policies With Pipl’S Substantive Requirements..

Customer Advisories: Users in China received official warning messages from Dior regarding the data breach.Consumers are advised to monitor for potential harassment, spam, or fraud resulting from the breach.Affected individuals may have recourse for damages under PIPL (as demonstrated in the Accor case).

Incident : Data Breach CHR3163431111725

Stakeholder Advisories: Customers advised to be cautious of phishing attempts

Customer Advisories: Customers urged to be mindful of potential phishing attacks due to data exposure

What advisories does the company provide to stakeholders and customers following an incident ?

Advisories Provided: The company provides the following advisories to stakeholders and customers following an incident: were Dedicated breach response line: 1-833-918-5938, engagement number B147873, Remain vigilant for scams and phishing attempts, monitor financial accounts, enroll in 24-month credit monitoring and identity theft protection, Review/Account Privacy Settings For Data Deletion Options., Submit Formal Data Deletion Requests (Cite Gdpr/Ccpa If Applicable)., Remove Saved Payment Methods/Addresses To Limit Exposure., Monitor Financial Accounts For Fraudulent Activity., , Network operators must prepare for **Nov 1 enforcement**; government agencies to monitor compliance., All Network Operators Must Prepare For Strict Compliance By November 1, 2023, Increased Transparency In Breach Notifications May Improve Public Trust, , Mncs Operating In China Must Urgently Review Cross-Border Data Transfer Practices To Ensure Compliance With Pipl., Luxury Brands Should Treat This Case As A Warning To Strengthen Data Security And Localization Efforts., Legal And Compliance Teams Should Collaborate To Align Global Privacy Policies With Pipl’S Substantive Requirements., Users In China Received Official Warning Messages From Dior Regarding The Data Breach., Consumers Are Advised To Monitor For Potential Harassment, Spam, Or Fraud Resulting From The Breach., Affected Individuals May Have Recourse For Damages Under Pipl (As Demonstrated In The Accor Case)., , Customers advised to be cautious of phishing attempts and Customers urged to be mindful of potential phishing attacks due to data exposure.

Initial Access Broker

How did the initial access broker gain entry for each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Entry Point: Customer database systems

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

High Value Targets: Luxury Brand Customer Databases, Social Media Accounts (E.G., Dior Instagram), Third-Party Vendor Systems,

Data Sold on Dark Web: Luxury Brand Customer Databases, Social Media Accounts (E.G., Dior Instagram), Third-Party Vendor Systems,

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

High Value Targets: High-Net-Worth Individuals (Via Purchase Histories),

Data Sold on Dark Web: High-Net-Worth Individuals (Via Purchase Histories),

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

High Value Targets: Personal Information Of High-Net-Worth Clients,

Data Sold on Dark Web: Personal Information Of High-Net-Worth Clients,

Post-Incident Analysis

What were the root causes and corrective actions taken for each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach CHR706072225

Corrective Actions: Enhanced network security measures

Incident : Data Breach PAR517090325

Root Causes: Exploitation Of System Flaws (Even Minor Ones), Insufficient Authentication For High-Value Accounts (E.G., Social Media), Lack Of Proactive Threat Detection For Phishing/Ai-Driven Attacks, Third-Party Vendor Vulnerabilities,

Corrective Actions: Enhanced Cybersecurity Investments (E.G., Lvmh-Google Cloud Partnership), Regular Incident Response Drills, Data Encryption And Tokenization, Dark Web Monitoring For Stolen Data,

Incident : Data Breach LOU0265102090625

Root Causes: Over-Retention Of Customer Data Without Clear Deletion Policies., Insufficient Oversight Of Third-Party Data-Sharing Ecosystems., Lack Of Proactive Monitoring For Dark Web Data Leaks.,

Incident : Regulatory Policy Change CHR2433224091625

Root Causes: Lack Of **Real-Time Detection** Capabilities In Some Organizations., Inadequate **Cross-Border Data Protection** (E.G., Dior Case)., Potential **Underreporting** Due To Fear Of Penalties.,

Corrective Actions: Mandatory **30-Day Postmortem** Reports For Major Incidents., **Fines And Legal Actions** For Non-Compliance., Expanded **Reporting Channels** To Reduce Ignorance Claims.,

Incident : Regulatory Compliance PAR3532535092325

Root Causes: Historical Lack Of Standardized Incident Reporting In China, Increasing Cyber Threats To National Security And Economic Stability, Gaps In Cross-Border Data Transfer Controls (E.G., Dior Case),

Corrective Actions: Legally Binding Reporting Deadlines (30/60 Minutes), Expanded Definition Of 'Network Operators' To Close Compliance Gaps, Multi-Channel Reporting To Eliminate Procedural Excuses, Mandatory 30-Day Final Reports With Accountability Measures,

Incident : Data Breach CHR1592715093025

Root Causes: Failure To Complete A Cross-Border Data Transfer Security Assessment Or File A Standard Contract (Scc) With Provincial Authorities., Inadequate User Notice And Lack Of ‘Separate Consent’ For Pi Transfers To Dior’S Headquarters In France., Absence Of Technical Safeguards (E.G., Encryption, De-Identification) For Collected Pi., Overreliance On Gdpr-Based Global Privacy Policies Without Sufficient Localization For Pipl Compliance., Insufficient Attention To Data Security In The Luxury Sector, Where High-Value Client Pi Is A Prime Target For Hackers.,

Corrective Actions: Implement Pipl-Compliant Cross-Border Transfer Mechanisms (Security Assessment, Scc Filing, Or Pi Protection Certification)., Revise Privacy Policies To Include Pipl-Mandated Disclosures (E.G., Overseas Recipient Details, Separate Consent Requirements)., Deploy Encryption, De-Identification, And Access Controls For Pi Handling., Conduct Regular Pi Protection Impact Assessments (Pipia) And Retain Documentation For Audits., Establish A China-Specific Data Compliance Team To Monitor Regulatory Updates And Enforcement Trends., Enhance Incident Response Capabilities To Detect And Mitigate Breaches Promptly.,

What is the company's process for conducting post-incident analysis ?

Post-Incident Analysis Process: The company's process for conducting post-incident analysis is described as LVMH partnered with Google Cloud for cybersecurity enhancements, Expected to be adopted by organizations to meet real-time reporting requirements., Mandatory Real-Time Monitoring Upgrades For Compliance, .

What corrective actions has the company taken based on post-incident analysis ?

Corrective Actions Taken: The company has taken the following corrective actions based on post-incident analysis: Enhanced network security measures, Enhanced Cybersecurity Investments (E.G., Lvmh-Google Cloud Partnership), Regular Incident Response Drills, Data Encryption And Tokenization, Dark Web Monitoring For Stolen Data, , Mandatory **30-Day Postmortem** Reports For Major Incidents., **Fines And Legal Actions** For Non-Compliance., Expanded **Reporting Channels** To Reduce Ignorance Claims., , Legally Binding Reporting Deadlines (30/60 Minutes), Expanded Definition Of 'Network Operators' To Close Compliance Gaps, Multi-Channel Reporting To Eliminate Procedural Excuses, Mandatory 30-Day Final Reports With Accountability Measures, , Implement Pipl-Compliant Cross-Border Transfer Mechanisms (Security Assessment, Scc Filing, Or Pi Protection Certification)., Revise Privacy Policies To Include Pipl-Mandated Disclosures (E.G., Overseas Recipient Details, Separate Consent Requirements)., Deploy Encryption, De-Identification, And Access Controls For Pi Handling., Conduct Regular Pi Protection Impact Assessments (Pipia) And Retain Documentation For Audits., Establish A China-Specific Data Compliance Team To Monitor Regulatory Updates And Enforcement Trends., Enhance Incident Response Capabilities To Detect And Mitigate Breaches Promptly., .

Additional Questions

General Information

Who was the attacking group in the last incident ?

Last Attacking Group: The attacking group in the last incident were an Unspecified third party and ShinyHunters extortion group.

Incident Details

What was the most recent incident detected ?

Most Recent Incident Detected: The most recent incident detected was on 2023-07-02.

What was the most recent incident publicly disclosed ?

Most Recent Incident Publicly Disclosed: The most recent incident publicly disclosed was on 2025-09-09.

Impact of the Incidents

What was the highest financial loss from an incident ?

Highest Financial Loss: The highest financial loss from an incident was $3.48 million (average per breach in 2024, 18% increase from 2023).

What was the most significant data compromised in an incident ?

Most Significant Data Compromised: The most significant data compromised in an incident were first name, last name, date of birth, gender, e-mail address, encrypted password, , Names, Contact Details, Purchase History, , names, addresses, dates of birth, passport numbers, government-issued ID numbers, Social Security numbers, , Full names, Contact details, Physical address, Date of birth, Passport or government ID number (in some cases), Social Security Number (in some cases), , , Names, Contact Details, Purchase Histories, Potential Addresses, , Personal Information (PI) of Users in China, , Full names, Gender, Phone numbers, Email addresses, Postal addresses, Purchase histories, Contact details, Shared preferences and .

What was the most significant system affected in an incident ?

Most Significant System Affected: The most significant system affected in an incident were database serving Southeast Asia, Hong Kong SAR, and Australia/New Zealand customers and and .

Response to the Incidents

What third-party assistance was involved in the most recent incident ?

Third-Party Assistance in Most Recent Incident: The third-party assistance involved in the most recent incident was LVMH partnered with Google Cloud for cybersecurity enhancements.

What containment measures were taken in the most recent incident ?

Containment Measures in Most Recent Incident: The containment measures taken in the most recent incident were Comprehensive investigation and containment measures, Prompt steps taken to contain the incident and Immediate reporting (≤60/30 minutes)Detailed initial damage assessment.

Data Breach Information

What was the most sensitive data compromised in a breach ?

Most Sensitive Data Compromised: The most sensitive data compromised in a breach were date of birth, first name, Shared preferences, Social Security numbers, addresses, e-mail address, Purchase History, Phone numbers, names, Purchase histories, dates of birth, Social Security Number (in some cases), Personal Information (PI) of Users in China, Contact Details, gender, encrypted password, Purchase Histories, Postal addresses, Contact details, Passport or government ID number (in some cases), Gender, passport numbers, Potential Addresses, Names, Email addresses, government-issued ID numbers, Full names, last name, Physical address and Date of birth.

What was the number of records exposed in the most significant breach ?

Number of Records Exposed in Most Significant Breach: The number of records exposed in the most significant breach was 100.0M.

Regulatory Compliance

What was the highest fine imposed for a regulatory violation ?

Highest Fine Imposed: The highest fine imposed for a regulatory violation was Dior Shanghai fined for **unauthorized data transfer** without security screening or encryption., Dior Shanghai: Undisclosed fine for unauthorized data transfer, , Administrative Penalty (Details Undisclosed), .

What was the most significant legal action taken for a regulatory violation ?

Most Significant Legal Action: The most significant legal action taken for a regulatory violation was Penalties for non-compliant operators (late/false reporting) under CAC rules., Potential legal penalties for delayed/omitted/falsified reports, , Regulatory Investigation by China’s Public Security Authority, , Criticism from Korean legislators for delayed notification to authorities.

Lessons Learned and Recommendations

What was the most significant lesson learned from past incidents ?

Most Significant Lesson Learned: The most significant lesson learned from past incidents was Thresholds for regulatory mechanisms (e.g., Security Assessment, SCC Filing) must be evaluated per entity, not at the group level.

What was the most significant recommendation implemented to improve cybersecurity ?

Most Significant Recommendation Implemented: The most significant recommendation implemented to improve cybersecurity was Leverage **CAC-provided channels** (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for compliance., Monitor **dark web markets** for exposed data and proactively notify affected individuals., Review legal obligations for payment data and PII handling., Adopt **data minimization** principles: Retain customer data only as long as legally required., Conduct regular audits of data transfer practices to avoid violations like Dior's case., Educate customers on **privacy controls**: Promote account settings for data deletion, marketing opt-outs, and payment method removal., For luxury brands, prioritize security investments to protect high-net-worth client data and mitigate targeted cyber threats., Adopt technical safeguards such as encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling., Establish **clear escalation protocols** for 30/60-minute reporting., Conduct data inventory checks to identify and secure sensitive information., Conduct a comprehensive data mapping exercise to identify cross-border PI transfers and assess regulatory triggers (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification)., Develop and test contingency plans for PI security incidents, including breach notification and regulatory reporting procedures., Enhance **third-party risk management**: Audit data-sharing partners for security/compliance., Conduct **regular drills** to test incident response plans., Monitor regulatory updates (e.g., CAC guidelines) and adjust compliance frameworks proactively to avoid penalties (up to RMB 50 million or 5% of annual turnover)., Monitor dark web for stolen data and backdoor establishments., Implement localized privacy policies that fully comply with PIPL, including detailed disclosures for overseas recipients and separate consent mechanisms., Ensure **encryption** and **legal reviews** for cross-border data flows., Advocate for **strengthened regulations** on data brokers to limit unauthorized data sales., Perform a PI Protection Impact Assessment (PIPIA) for all cross-border transfers and retain reports for at least three years., Establish a local office or appoint a representative in China if collecting PI directly from individuals in China (as required by PIPL)., Implement automated incident detection and reporting systems to meet 30/60-minute deadlines., Prioritize encryption and access controls for sensitive/personal data., Encrypt data at rest and tokenize payment information., Implement **automated data deletion** workflows to comply with GDPR/CCPA requests efficiently., Invest in **AI-driven threat detection** to counter phishing campaigns using breached data., Implement **real-time monitoring** to detect incidents promptly., Develop and regularly test incident response plans with tabletop exercises., Establish dedicated compliance teams with legal and technical expertise., Leverage China's multiple reporting channels (hotline, WeChat, etc.) for redundancy., Train employees on PIPL compliance and data security best practices, with a focus on luxury sector risks., Implement managed detection and response (MDR) services., Strengthen authentication for social media and high-value accounts (e.g. and Dior Instagram)..

References

What is the most recent source of information about an incident ?

Most Recent Source: The most recent source of information about an incident are BleepingComputer, Historical References: Yahoo (2013–2014), Target (2013), VF Corp (2023), JD Sports (2023), Measures on Standard Contracts for Cross-Border Transfers of PI (Effective June 1, 2023), Oxylabs (Julius Cerniauskas, CEO), Huntress (Michael Tigges, Senior Security Analyst), LOKKER (Ian Cohen, CEO), Guangzhou Internet Court Judgment (Accor Case, September 2023), Bloomberg, Measures for Security Assessment of Outbound Data Transfers (Effective September 1, 2022), UBC Sauder School of Business (Dr. Joy Wu), NordVPN (Marijus Briedis, CTO), KnowBe4 Report (March 2025), China’s Cyberspace Administration (CAC) - Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), DataGrail (2025 Data Deletion Report), WWD (Women's Wear Daily), Provisions on Promoting and Regulating Cross-Border Data Flows (Effective March 22, 2024), Dior Official Notification, The Register, Dior Shanghai Fine Case, Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) and SEC Employee Tracking Study (Location Data Brokers).

What is the most recent URL for additional resources on cybersecurity best practices ?

Most Recent URL for Additional Resources: The most recent URL for additional resources on cybersecurity best practices is https://www.theregister.com/2024/10/01/china_cybersecurity_reporting_rules/, http://www.cac.gov.cn/ .

Investigation Status

What is the current status of the most recent investigation ?

Current Status of Most Recent Investigation: The current status of the most recent investigation is Completed.

Stakeholder and Customer Advisories

What was the most recent stakeholder advisory issued ?

Most Recent Stakeholder Advisory: The most recent stakeholder advisory issued was Network operators must prepare for **Nov 1 enforcement**; government agencies to monitor compliance., All network operators must prepare for strict compliance by November 1, 2023, MNCs operating in China must urgently review cross-border data transfer practices to ensure compliance with PIPL., Luxury brands should treat this case as a warning to strengthen data security and localization efforts., Legal and compliance teams should collaborate to align global privacy policies with PIPL’s substantive requirements., Customers advised to be cautious of phishing attempts, .

What was the most recent customer advisory issued ?

Most Recent Customer Advisory: The most recent customer advisory issued were an Dedicated breach response line: 1-833-918-5938, engagement number B147873, Remain vigilant for scams and phishing attempts, monitor financial accounts, enroll in 24-month credit monitoring and identity theft protection, Review/account privacy settings for data deletion options.Submit formal data deletion requests (cite GDPR/CCPA if applicable).Remove saved payment methods/addresses to limit exposure.Monitor financial accounts for fraudulent activity., Increased transparency in breach notifications may improve public trust, Users in China received official warning messages from Dior regarding the data breach.Consumers are advised to monitor for potential harassment, spam, or fraud resulting from the breach.Affected individuals may have recourse for damages under PIPL (as demonstrated in the Accor case). and Customers urged to be mindful of potential phishing attacks due to data exposure.

Initial Access Broker

What was the most recent entry point used by an initial access broker ?

Most Recent Entry Point: The most recent entry point used by an initial access broker was an Customer database systems.

Post-Incident Analysis

What was the most significant root cause identified in post-incident analysis ?

Most Significant Root Cause: The most significant root cause identified in post-incident analysis was Exploitation of system flaws (even minor ones)Insufficient authentication for high-value accounts (e.g., social media)Lack of proactive threat detection for phishing/AI-driven attacksThird-party vendor vulnerabilities, Over-retention of customer data without clear deletion policies.Insufficient oversight of third-party data-sharing ecosystems.Lack of proactive monitoring for dark web data leaks., Lack of **real-time detection** capabilities in some organizations.Inadequate **cross-border data protection** (e.g., Dior case).Potential **underreporting** due to fear of penalties., Historical lack of standardized incident reporting in ChinaIncreasing cyber threats to national security and economic stabilityGaps in cross-border data transfer controls (e.g., Dior case), Failure to complete a cross-border data transfer security assessment or file a standard contract (SCC) with provincial authorities.Inadequate user notice and lack of ‘separate consent’ for PI transfers to Dior’s headquarters in France.Absence of technical safeguards (e.g., encryption, de-identification) for collected PI.Overreliance on GDPR-based global privacy policies without sufficient localization for PIPL compliance.Insufficient attention to data security in the luxury sector, where high-value client PI is a prime target for hackers..

What was the most significant corrective action taken based on post-incident analysis ?

Most Significant Corrective Action: The most significant corrective action taken based on post-incident analysis was Enhanced network security measures, Enhanced cybersecurity investments (e.g., LVMH-Google Cloud partnership)Regular incident response drillsData encryption and tokenizationDark web monitoring for stolen data, Mandatory **30-day postmortem** reports for major incidents.**Fines and legal actions** for non-compliance.Expanded **reporting channels** to reduce ignorance claims., Legally binding reporting deadlines (30/60 minutes)Expanded definition of 'network operators' to close compliance gapsMulti-channel reporting to eliminate procedural excusesMandatory 30-day final reports with accountability measures, Implement PIPL-compliant cross-border transfer mechanisms (Security Assessment, SCC Filing, or PI Protection Certification).Revise privacy policies to include PIPL-mandated disclosures (e.g., overseas recipient details, separate consent requirements).Deploy encryption, de-identification, and access controls for PI handling.Conduct regular PI Protection Impact Assessments (PIPIA) and retain documentation for audits.Establish a China-specific data compliance team to monitor regulatory updates and enforcement trends.Enhance incident response capabilities to detect and mitigate breaches promptly..

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Description

A weakness has been identified in itsourcecode Online Pet Shop Management System 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /pet1/addcnp.php. This manipulation of the argument cnpname causes sql injection. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be exploited.

Risk Information
cvss2
Base: 7.5
Severity: LOW
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
cvss3
Base: 7.3
Severity: LOW
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
cvss4
Base: 6.9
Severity: LOW
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Description

A security flaw has been discovered in Tenda AX9 22.03.01.46. This affects the function image_check of the component httpd. The manipulation results in use of weak hash. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. A high complexity level is associated with this attack. It is indicated that the exploitability is difficult. The exploit has been released to the public and may be exploited.

Risk Information
cvss2
Base: 2.6
Severity: HIGH
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
cvss3
Base: 3.7
Severity: HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
cvss4
Base: 6.3
Severity: HIGH
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Description

A weakness has been identified in code-projects Student File Management System 1.0. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /admin/update_student.php. This manipulation of the argument stud_id causes sql injection. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be exploited.

Risk Information
cvss2
Base: 7.5
Severity: LOW
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
cvss3
Base: 7.3
Severity: LOW
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
cvss4
Base: 6.9
Severity: LOW
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Description

A security flaw has been discovered in code-projects Student File Management System 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /admin/save_user.php. The manipulation of the argument firstname results in sql injection. The attack can be executed remotely. The exploit has been released to the public and may be exploited.

Risk Information
cvss2
Base: 7.5
Severity: LOW
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
cvss3
Base: 7.3
Severity: LOW
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
cvss4
Base: 6.9
Severity: LOW
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Description

A vulnerability was identified in code-projects Student File Management System 1.0. This affects an unknown part of the file /admin/update_user.php. The manipulation of the argument user_id leads to sql injection. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit is publicly available and might be used.

Risk Information
cvss2
Base: 7.5
Severity: LOW
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
cvss3
Base: 7.3
Severity: LOW
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
cvss4
Base: 6.9
Severity: LOW
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X

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