- What: Škoda Auto disclosed a data breach after an online shop hack.
- Impact: Customer personal information may have been compromised.
Breach Škoda Auto discloses data breach after online shop hack May 13, 2026 Share By SC Staff (Adobe Stock) Bleeping Computer reports that Škoda Auto, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, has confirmed a data breach impacting its online shop, leading to the potential compromise of customer personal information. Attackers exploited an unspecified vulnerability in the software of Škoda's e-commerce portal to gain unauthorized access. The compromised data includes customer names, addresses, contact details, order information, and login credentials. However, Škoda states that financial information, including full credit card details, was not accessed as it is processed by third-party payment providers. The company has since resolved the vulnerability and reported the incident to data protection authorities. Škoda warns affected customers to be vigilant against potential phishing attacks and to monitor their financial accounts for any unusual activity. This incident follows similar data breaches affecting other automakers, including Renault, Dacia, and Jaguar Land Rover, highlighting ongoing cybersecurity challenges within the automotive industry. Source: Bleeping Computer SC Staff Related Data Security Instructure confirms data breach, ShinyHunters claims responsibility SC Staff May 4, 2026 Instructure, known for its Canvas learning management system, disclosed the breach on Friday and stated that personal information of users was exposed. Data Security UK businesses face persistent cyber breaches, with phishing as a primary threat SC Staff May 1, 2026 The UK government's latest Cyber Security Breaches Survey reveals that 43% of businesses and 28% of charities reported a cyber incident in the past year. Threat Intelligence Global education sector attacks surge 63% SC Staff April 29, 2026 Global educational institutions experienced a 63% surge in cyberattacks during the period spanning November 2024 to October 2025, with data breaches soaring 73% and hacktivist-driven activity jumping 75%, according to threat intelligence compiled by Quorum Cyber, reports Infosecurity Magazine. Get daily email updates SC Media's daily must-read of the most current and pressing daily news Business Email By clicking the Subscribe button below, you agree to SC Media Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Subscribe Related Terms Attack Vector You can skip this ad in 5 seconds