Revolut confirms customer data breach, falling for fake government requests

Revolut has confirmed a data breach involving sensitive customer information. The breach occurred after the company fell for fake requests that appeared to be from government entities. As a result, unauthorized parties gained access to customer data. The incident highlights the risk of social engineering attacks, where attackers use deception to manipulate individuals into divulging sensitive information. Revolut's confirmation of the breach was recently reported, with further details available in a Reuters article.