Latvian CSDD customers can view their leaked data

Latvian transport authority CSDD has confirmed a cyberattack that compromised the personal data of 1.2 million customers. Affected individuals can now check their status on the e-services portal and are advised to use security tools to prevent fraud.
Why it matters
Large-scale data breaches pose significant risks for identity theft and financial fraud, necessitating proactive cybersecurity measures for affected citizens.
On the CSDD e-services portal ‘e.csdd.lv’, once clients have logged into their profile, they can access personalised information on whether their personal data has been compromised as a result of the cyber attack and, if so, view the categories of personal data and the specific details involved. Data of 1.2 million people breached in recent CSDD cyberattackAugust 18, 15:15 The CSDD urges customers not to share this data publicly or post it on social media. Given that a large number of CSDD customers have been affected by the cyberattack, the compromised personal data could potentially be used for various types of fraudulent activities; therefore, the CSDD urges customers to be cautious and to verify any information received on “e.csdd.lv”, and not use the links provided in emails or text messages. It is also advisable for everyone to install the ‘Cert.lv’ app ‘DNS Ugunsmūris’ on their smart device, which blocks fraudulent calls, messages and dangerous websites, as well as to familiarise themselves with the security recommendations issued by eParaksts for “eParaksts mobile” users.
The report is purely informational, focusing on public safety and official guidance regarding a data breach.
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