German custodian bank V-Bank hit via external IT provider; client asset and transaction data stolen

According to a client notice from AXIA Asset Management, an external IT service provider of V-Bank was hit by a cyberattack on June 10, 2026, leading to unauthorized access to V-Bank data ^[1]. Data possibly stolen includes names, birth dates, contact details and account information such as asset status and transactions of clients and partners, while accounts, credentials and tax data were not accessed and no funds were lost; according to DAS INVESTMENT, V-Bank sees no sign of misuse ^[1][2]. AXIA notes V-Bank does not contact clients directly by email about security matters and urges clients not to open suspicious attachments, click unknown links or disclose personal data, credentials or passwords ^[1].

Industries mainly affected: Finance

1. Do not open suspicious attachments or click unknown links; never disclose personal data, credentials or passwords ^[1].
2. Be wary of calls or messages from supposed bank staff and verify through your known contacts .