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CryptoMediumUpdated•Originally published 28 October 2026•Updated 28 October 2026•
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Bithumb Crypto Exchange Reports Internal System Breach and Data Leak

Key Facts

1Bithumb experienced a security breach targeting its internal mobile groupware system.
2The company stated that the internal work system is separated from the trading system, ensuring customer assets remain safe.
3The incident was reported to the Korea Internet & Security Agency and the Personal Information Protection Commission on October 27.

Bithumb experienced a security breach targeting its internal mobile groupware system, potentially leading to the leak of personal data. Chosun Ilbo reported that the incident was disclosed to the Korea Internet & Security Agency and the Personal Information Protection Commission on October 27, 2026.

The company stated that its internal work system is entirely separated from the trading system, ensuring that customer digital assets remain secure and unaffected. This breach follows recent economic data from South Korea, where the GDP growth rate was reported at 3.4% year-on-year on October 26, 2026.

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    Update: The scope of security breaches in South Korea has expanded to other financial institutions, with Mirae Asset and Daishin Securities reporting similar incidents. Daishin Securities confirmed a leak of personal and credit information involving 38,490 customers.