Cyber attack on SMAS of Sintra exposed customer data

The Municipal Water and Sanitation Services of Sintra (SMAS) confirmed a cyber attack that compromised some customer data. The incident occurred in the online forms section of their website, affecting a limited number of clients. SMAS stated that most customers were not impacted and that those affected are being contacted individually. Following the identification of the breach, security measures were implemented to prevent further unauthorized access. The exposed data may include personal identification details, tax identification numbers, and bank information. SMAS advised vigilance against potential misuse of data and has reported the incident to relevant authorities.

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