Nearly 1.7 Million Individuals Impacted in Payment Processing Platform Attack
What Happened?
SLIM CD, a provider of web-based and app-integrated payment processing services, has disclosed a data breach that compromised the credit card and personal information of nearly 1.7 million individuals. While many affected people may not recognize the name SLIM CD, the company provides backend payment infrastructure for businesses across industries like retail, hospitality, and food service.
According to a notification sent to impacted clients, unauthorized access to SLIM CD’s network began as early as August 17, 2023, and continued undetected until June 15, 2024. The company initially spotted suspicious activity on June 15 of this year, prompting an internal investigation and response by cybersecurity professionals.
Though attackers had prolonged access to parts of the system, SLIM CD stated that the actual exposure of credit card information was limited to a two-day window: June 14–15, 2024.
What Information Was Exposed?
According to the company’s breach notification, the data potentially accessed by the unauthorized actor includes:
Personal and Payment Information:
- Full names
- Physical addresses
- Credit card numbers
- Card expiration dates
It’s important to note that CVV (Card Verification Value) codes were not compromised, which somewhat limits the risk of unauthorized transactions. Still, the breach creates exposure to credit card fraud, phishing, and other financial scams.
How Could Criminals Use the Data?
Attempt Card Fraud:
Even without CVV codes, criminals could try using card numbers on websites that don’t require full authentication or sell the data on underground forums.
Targeted Phishing Scams:
With names and addresses, attackers can craft personalized messages to deceive individuals into sharing more sensitive information.
Identity Profiling:
Even partial data can be cross-referenced with other leaks or public data to build identity profiles for fraud or impersonation.
What Is SLIM CD Doing About It?
SLIM CD has implemented enhanced cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches and says it is continuing to monitor for malicious activity. However, it has not offered free credit monitoring or identity theft protection to those affected by the breach.
The company urges individuals to:
- Stay alert for unauthorized credit card activity
- Promptly report suspicious transactions to their card issuers
- Be wary of unsolicited communication requesting personal information
How OptMsg Helps You Stay Secure
Advanced Email Filtering:
OptMsg blocks phishing and scam emails before they reach your inbox, preventing malicious actors from targeting you with deceptive messages.
Encrypted Messaging:
OptMsg’s encrypted messaging service ensures your sensitive conversations between OptMsg users remain private, protected from unauthorized access.
Privacy by Design:
OptMsg builds privacy into every tool. It does not sell or monetize your data.
What Should You Do if the Breach Affects You?
- Monitor your bank and credit card statements closely
- Contact your card issuer about reissuing cards or flagging suspicious activity
- Avoid clicking links in emails or texts referencing the breach
- Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts and enable two-factor authentication
- Switch to secure communication platforms like OptMsg for private discussions
Helpful Links:
- SLIM CD Official Breach Notification
- Data Breach Report on Bleeping Computer
- OptMsg Security Solutions
Protect Your Data Before It’s Too Late
This breach illustrates how vulnerable personal and financial data can be—even when held by companies you’ve never heard of. Take action now with privacy-first tools like OptMsg to minimize your risk and stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.
