Casio UK online store hacked to steal customer credit cards

Casio Computer Co., Ltd., a globally recognized manufacturer of electronic products, confirmed that its UK online store was the target of a sophisticated cyberattack aimed at stealing customer payment information. The breach, which specifically affected the e-commerce segment of Casio’s UK operations, raised serious concerns about the security of online retail platforms and the safety of consumer financial data.
According to the official statement released by Casio, unauthorized access was detected on the UK website’s payment system, which is managed by a third-party service provider. The company disclosed that threat actors were able to inject malicious code designed to harvest credit card details entered by customers during checkout. Information potentially exposed includes credit card numbers, expiration dates, and security codes, posing a serious risk of fraud and identity theft for affected individuals.
The attack is believed to have occurred over several weeks before detection, with Casio initiating a full investigation upon identifying suspicious activity. The company has since taken the compromised systems offline and is working closely with cybersecurity experts and legal authorities to contain the incident and enhance its security infrastructure. Affected customers have been notified directly, and Casio is urging all users who made purchases during the affected period to monitor their accounts for any unauthorized transactions and to contact their banks immediately if suspicious activity is detected.
Casio has publicly apologized for the incident and has pledged to improve its data protection measures. The breach serves as yet another reminder of the growing threat landscape facing online retailers, as cybercriminals continue to target payment systems in an effort to harvest valuable financial information. Investigations remain ongoing, and further updates are expected as more details come to light.