Data breach at VTech highlights broader problems
Hong Kong
THE theft of toy maker VTech Holdings Ltd's database highlights a growing problem with basic cyber security measures at small, non-financial companies that handle electronic customer data, industry watchers said on Monday.
The hacked data at VTech included information about customers who download children's games, books and other educational content, the Hong Kong-based toy maker said. The breach also included information relating to children.
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