News | Data leak of Kazakhstanis: risks and what to do
A database containing the personal information of millions of Kazakhstanis has appeared online.
Cybersecurity specialists at TSARKA are investigating the situation together with government agencies to determine whether the database originates from a new breach or is a compilation of previously leaked information.
Such databases may be used by scammers impersonating banks, police departments, public service centers or other organizations.
The main risk is social engineering: fraudsters use real personal details to gain trust and then attempt to obtain SMS verification codes, passwords, individual identification numbers (IINs), bank card details or access to online accounts.
Users are advised to check whether their data has been exposed through NomadGuard or eGov Mobile, update passwords, enable two-factor authentication and warn family members, especially elderly relatives.
