"Discord Breached After Service Agent Targeted"

Discord has recently notified users of a data breach that occurred when a threat actor gained unauthorized access to the support ticket queue of a third-party customer service agent.  The company noted that due to the nature of the incident, "it is possible that user email addresses, the contents of customer service messages, and any attachments sent between users and Discord may have been exposed to a third party." The popular messaging platform said that when it discovered the issue, it deactivated the compromised account and completed malware checks on the machine.  The company stated that while they believe the risk is limited, it is recommended that users be vigilant for any suspicious messages or activity, such as fraud or phishing attempts.  It is expected that Discord's user base will reach nearly 200 million monthly active users by the end of 2023, making it an increasingly attractive target for attackers.

Infosecurity reports: "Discord Breached After Service Agent Targeted"