[SECURITY]

INDITEX CONTRACTOR BREACHED; CUSTOMER DATA UNAFFECTED

INDUSTRY DESKTHU, APR 16, 2026

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Zara owner Inditex disclosed a data breach at an external contractor, confirming that intruders accessed information on commercial relations but stating customer records remain secure.

Inditex, the world's largest clothing retailer, revealed unauthorized access to data held by an outside firm. The breach compromised details related to the company's commercial operations and business relationships. Inditex clarified that customer and client information was not compromised in the incident. The breach affected only contractor-held data on commercial matters. The company did not specify which contractor was affected or provide details on the breach's scope, timeline, or how many records were accessed. Inditex has not disclosed whether law enforcement was notified or if an investigation is underway. This marks another incident in a sector where major retailers face ongoing cybersecurity challenges. Inditex operates over 6,000 stores globally under brands including Zara, Pull & Bear, and Massimo Dutti.

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