Cyber criminals target customer payment card details after hacking Leeds United — The Business Desk 5/3/25
Miran Rahman
Leeds United Football Club has said the card details of “a
small number” of its customers were compromised, after its retail website was
hacked by cyber attackers.
The Championship club said the breach occurred between 19
and 24 February 2025.
In a statement, Leeds United added: “The club has
communicated with all of those directly impacted and is continuing to work with
the Information Commissioner’s Office.
“A forensic investigation was undertaken by a specialist
third-party as soon the club discovered the breach, and measures were
implemented to stop and recover from the attack.
“The club is disappointed that the attack was successful
despite layers of cyber security, and offer our sincere apologies to anyone who
has been adversely affected.”