Christie’s has suffered a significant privacy breach, putting its clients at potential risk of scams, identity theft, and fraud. Cybercriminals successfully infiltrated Christie’s systems and allegedly sold the stolen data to the highest bidder.
The compromised information includes details from identification documents, such as passports and driver’s licenses, which Christie’s collects for client verification purposes. The hackers claim to have obtained sensitive personal information from at least 500,000 private clients.
The following data may have been accessed in the breach:
As stolen information is often used by cybercriminals, anyone affected by the breach should take immediate steps to protect themselves.
KP Law has launched an action to help those involved in the Christie’s data security failure claim compensation for any distress or financial losses experienced because of this breach. We strongly urge anyone affected to register with us.
IF YOU ARE AFFECTED BY THE CHRISTIE’S DATA BREACH, CONTACT US TO MAKE A NO-WIN, NO-FEE COMPENSATION CLAIM.
The hack was carried out by the cybercrime group RansomHub, early May 2024. The group consists of hackers from various countries, primarily motivated by financial gain.
The cyberattack occurred while the auction house was in the process of selling high-value items, estimated at $840 million.
The cybercriminals claim to have stolen 2 GB of data from Christie’s. The breach is believed to have affected personal information, including names, birth dates, addresses, nationalities, and data from identification documents.
According to the ransomware group, Christie’s “ceased communication midway” through negotiations aimed at recovering the stolen client data.
In the US, a class-action lawsuit has already been initiated by lawyers. We believe UK clients also deserve justice for this serious security breach.
KP Law has launched an action to help those involved in the Christie’s Data Breach data security failure claim compensation for any distress or financial losses experienced because of this breach. We strongly urge anyone affected to register with us.
IF YOU ARE AFFECTED BY THE CHRISTIE’S DATA BREACH, CONTACT US TO MAKE A NO-WIN, NO-FEE COMPENSATION CLAIM.
The data breach at Christie’s has drawn legal attention, with a class-action lawsuit already filed in the United States. Legal action in other countries, including the UK, is anticipated as affected clients seek justice for the security lapse that put their sensitive information at risk.
To ensure they do not fall victim to further attacks, anyone affected by the Christie’s data breach should be vigilant. At KP Law, we have seen victims of similar data breaches become the target of cybercriminals, with instances of phishing, fraud, and identity theft. Our data protection experts strongly advise anyone involved in this breach to be vigilant and take necessary precautions.
We may be able to claim compensation for any distress or financial losses experienced because of this breach and we urge anyone affected to register with us.
REGISTER TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE CHRISTIE’S DATA BREACH.
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FAQs about the Christie’s Data Breach
In May 2024, the cybercrime group RansomHub hacked Christie’s systems, stealing around 2 GB of sensitive client data, including personal identification details.
Personal information such as names, addresses, birth dates, and identification documents (passports, driving licenses) were compromised. No financial data was reported stolen.
The ransomware group RansomHub, consisting of hackers focused on financial gain, claimed responsibility for the breach.
Christie’s has notified affected clients, engaged regulatory authorities, and is working to strengthen its cybersecurity measures.
A class-action lawsuit has already been filed in the U.S., and legal action in the UK is anticipated due to the breach’s scope and impact on clients.
While each case is judged on its own merits, there are some things we would typically look for when it comes to when claiming compensation following a data breach, cybercrime or other GDPR violation:
With stolen data, cybercriminals can make purchases using your bank and credit cards, apply for credit in your name, set up fraudulent bank accounts and access your existing online accounts.
GDPR failures, cybercrime and data breaches can have a significant impact on you, both mentally and physically. They can cause or exacerbate anxiety, stress and other psychological conditions.
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KP Law is a founding member of the Collective Redress Lawyers Association (CORLA). CORLA aims to improve access to justice for claimants by way of collective redress.
