Hackers Pilfer Air Miles – Daily Security Byte EP.55

Some British Airway’s frequent flyers woke up to missing rewards or locked accounts. Hacker’s didn’t breach the airline’s systems, but did use stolen credentials to hijack some accounts. If you subscribe to any rewards memberships, watch today’s video to learn how to protect your well earned bonuses from the same fate.

(Episode Runtime: 2:36)

Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lhYe6BDMg0

EPISODE REFERENCES:

• BBC article on unauthorized British Airway account activity – BBC
• BA admits frequent flyer account hacks – V3.co.uk
• Users point out account issues on Flyertalk forums – FlyerTalk
• British Airway’s FAQ on the incident – British Airways

— Corey Nachreiner, CISSP (@SecAdept)

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