US Airways reports second data breach in 30 days
Aug 8, 2013, 1:34 pm
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US Airways reports second data breach in 30 days
From local Charlotte TV:
"For the second time in 30 days, US Airways has reported a data breach of confidential information in North Carolina.
The airline estimates it impacted nearly 500 customers in the Tar Heel state and 7,700 overall.
US Airways first realized there had been a breach when customers noticed some of their frequent flyer miles were missing....."
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/news/loca...30-days/nZHNZ/
(This probably is related to Feliceesg's post on July 31.)
"For the second time in 30 days, US Airways has reported a data breach of confidential information in North Carolina.
The airline estimates it impacted nearly 500 customers in the Tar Heel state and 7,700 overall.
US Airways first realized there had been a breach when customers noticed some of their frequent flyer miles were missing....."
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/news/loca...30-days/nZHNZ/
(This probably is related to Feliceesg's post on July 31.)
Aug 9, 2013, 9:00 am
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My US Airways Mastercard data was stolen and used to make fraudulent purchases. Is this related to that?
Aug 9, 2013, 9:09 am
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Sounds like it was the DM database that was compromised. I changed my password today just in case.
Aug 9, 2013, 3:36 pm
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Aug 10, 2013, 12:32 am
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Why do you say that?
I'm not suggesting it happened, but my US DM profile retains my credit card data (per my consent) in order to facilitate faster online purchasing of tickets. If a hacker broke into account data and passwords, isn't it possible they got stored customer credit card data as well?
I'm not suggesting it happened, but my US DM profile retains my credit card data (per my consent) in order to facilitate faster online purchasing of tickets. If a hacker broke into account data and passwords, isn't it possible they got stored customer credit card data as well?
Aug 10, 2013, 4:50 pm
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One thing I always wonder is how the on-board credit card applications are handled. One would fill out the application in a crowded space when others can look then hand over all that private information to an FA who flies all over... What happens next?
I am sure it is to the FA's benefit to make sure the applications are sent in since there must be some incentive for them. However, I wonder what process is in place to protect the paperwork.
I am sure it is to the FA's benefit to make sure the applications are sent in since there must be some incentive for them. However, I wonder what process is in place to protect the paperwork.
Aug 10, 2013, 11:21 pm
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I bought some miles and my Chase Sapphire was compromised. Only charges recently were US, Hotels.com & Booking.com. It could also be pure coincidence I suppose. Just use this card for travel.
Last edited by whackyjacky; Aug 10, 2013 at 11:29 pm