South Korea's Money Today hit by unauthorized access; 1,367 newsletter subscriber records leaked

South Korean financial outlet Money Today said it confirmed a personal data leak from illegal external access on September 25, 2026, and a follow-up check on October 27 found 1,367 records leaked ^[1]. The data came from its premium economic column newsletter and the300 policy academy sign-ups, including names, phone numbers, emails, company names and job titles, while member accounts and payment data were not included ^[1]. Money Today urges people to beware of smishing and phishing, not click unknown links or enter personal details, and to check exposed items via the notice's verification page ^[1].

Industries mainly affected: Media, entertainment & gaming

1. Beware of smishing and phishing; do not click unknown links or enter personal or financial details ^[1].
2. Check your exposed items via the notice's lookup page within 30 days ^[1].
3. If you signed up by email, change your password and any reused passwords .