Louis Vuitton UK Hit by Major Customer Data Breach

Louis Vuitton UK, a subsidiary of LVMH, experienced a data breach on July 2 in which hackers accessed customer information such as names, contact details, and purchase history, though no financial data was stolen. The company promptly notified affected customers and regulators, including the UK's Information Commissioner’s Office, and advised vigilance against potential phishing or fraud. The breach is part of a recent uptick in cyberattacks targeting luxury retailers, following similar incidents at Louis Vuitton’s operations in Korea and at Christian Dior Couture. LVMH is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate and contain the breach while reinforcing its security measures. Authorities reported that four people were recently arrested in the UK for cyberattacks on other major retailers, highlighting the broader risk to the sector. LVMH has stated it is increasing its cybersecurity investment in response to the growing threat.