SK Telecom
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South Korea to require facial scans for new mobile accounts to curb scams
The South Korean government will require facial recognition scans for new mobile accounts to curb scams, using biometric data stored in carriers’ PASS apps, after major data breaches and a large compensation order for SK Telecom customers.
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Coupang says data breach exposed 33.7 million customer records
Coupang has acknowledged a data breach affecting about 33.7 million domestic customer accounts, exposing names, contact details, shipping addresses and partial order histories; the company says credentials and payment card data were not accessed, has notified authorities and is investigating.
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SK Telecom Confirms Massive Malware Breach Impacting Millions of Subscribers
SK Telecom has confirmed a substantial cybersecurity breach affecting the USIM data of around 27 million subscribers, with malware traces dating back to 2022. The company is taking extensive measures to secure its network, including offering free SIM replacements for affected customers.
