ASOS cyber attack: Australian and UK customers sent threatening message as retailer investigates data breach

Key points

• Australian and UK customers of ASOS received a threatening message from hackers claiming to have compromised part of the retailer’s systems. The message, sent on Tuesday evening, warned of data leaks unless ASOS engaged with the attackers.
• ASOS confirmed it is investigating unauthorised activity, with some customer information potentially accessed. The retailer said payment details and passwords were not compromised, but the scale of the breach remains unclear.
• ASOS shares fell 12.5 per cent following the incident, wiping $133 million from its value.