Cyber experts warn Flipkart users to reset their passwords as an alleged leaked database can potentially lead to unauthorized transactions.
- Cyber experts warn Flipkart users to reset their passwords as cybercriminals are selling sets of passwords and email addresses of customers from allegedly leaked databases of BigBasket that match with accounts of e-commerce firm Amazon and Flipkart.
- Cyber experts said that people are using the same password for all websites and almost all emails see matching with the BigBasket database.
Cyber experts warn Flipkart users to reset their passwords as an alleged leaked database can potentially lead to unauthorized transactions.
According to the expert Rajashekhar Rajaharia, cybercriminals are selling sets of email addresses and passwords of customers from allegedly leaked databases of grocery platform BigBasket that match with accounts of e-commerce firm Amazon and Flipkart.
However, he said that Amazon sends OTP for login when there is a change in the browser.
“It seems, some people are selling Bigbasket Email: Password combinations as Flipkart data. People are using the same password for all websites. Almost all emails are matching with the Bigbasket database. Change your Flipkart Passwords asap," tweeted Rajaharia.
He also reported that Flipkart should secure its accounts.
"Anyone with a combination of leaked email and password can easily log in from anywhere including VPN/TOR to Flipkart. Please mandatory Two-Factor authentication for all accounts," said Rajaharia.
A Flipkart spokesperson said the group is entirely focused on maintaining the safety and security of customer data and has active information security systems and controls in place.
"In parallel, to create awareness on fraudulent activities, we drive awareness campaigns across various media and social channels, educating customers on best practices for a safe online experience and to keep their accounts safe from unscrupulous cyber elements," said the spokesperson.
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