Patelco Credit Union Breach
Date: February, 2023The Patelco Credit Union is a major bank with multiple branches and a large number of customers. The bank is charged with keeping money for many individuals safe, and if something happens to that money, there may be issues for people trusting the bank. The bank recently suffered from a breach at one of its ATM locations that could cost its customers some serious money. Learn why you may be at risk if you used a Patelco Credit Union ATM recently.
What Was the Breach?
- Credit Card Number
- PIN
- Car Verification Code
- First and Last Name
- Card Number
How Did the Breach Occur?
The data breach occurred when one individual installed a skimming device at the ATM at 7010 Amador Plaza Road in Dublin, California. The device was in place between February 8 and March 14, 2023. During that period of more than one month, many ATM users could have been ripped off.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The ATM data breach began on February 8, 2023, and persisted until March 14, 2023. During that time period, a skimming device was left installed in the ATM and gathered data from a large number of individuals.
Who Does the Breach Impact?
This Patelco Credit Union ATM breach impacts any customers that used the ATM while the card skimmer was installed. If you used the ATM during the dates mentioned above, there's a good chance your credit card data was taken.
How Many Files Does the Breach Affect?
No files from the credit union were accessed during this breach. Instead, card details were skimmed straight from a single ATM machine.
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