FTX, a once-prominent crypto exchange, has been the victim of a cybersecurity breach. The breach, reported on Friday, has led to the compromise of non-sensitive customer data belonging to specific claimants. FTX has reassured its customers that its own account passwords, systems, and funds have not been compromised.Kroll, the claims agent working on the bankruptcy case for FTX, is taking steps to mitigate the impact of the breach. The firm is reaching out to affected individuals, providing them with guidance on safeguarding their personal information. The breach involved an unauthorized third party gaining control of a Kroll employee’s mobile phone number, ultimately leading to unauthorized access to files stored in the company’s cloud-based systems.FTX is urging its claimants to remain alert to potential fraudulent activities. The exchange issued a stern warning against falling victim to scam emails or phishing attempts that might impersonate parties involved in the bankruptcy. BlockFi, another crypto firm entangled in the bankruptcy web, found itself ensnared in the same breach.The cybersecurity breach at Kroll serves as a stark reminder of the risks inherent in the digital landscape. It is important to note that the breach has not penetrated the core security of FTX’s infrastructure, however, customers must remain vigilant against potential fraud and scam attempts.

Information	Details
Geography	Global
Countries
Sentiment	negative
Relevance Score	8
People	Kroll, ZachXBT, BlockFi
Companies	Kroll, FTX, BlockFi, The Block, TradingView.com, Cybercrime Magazine
Currencies	None
Securities	None