Booking.com confirms customer data breach

Booking.com has confirmed a data breach where unauthorized third parties accessed customer information, including names, addresses, and booking details. The travel giant notified affected customers, warning that personal data and information shared with accommodations may have been compromised. While financial data was reportedly not accessed, the breach raises concerns about potential follow-on phishing attacks, as some customers reported receiving suspicious messages containing booking specifics. Booking.com stated it has taken action to contain the issue and secure affected reservations.