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There's another type of digital scam to be aware of, as per the BBC.
Key facts
- According to Booking.com, no financial information was exposed in the April 2026 hack
- There's another type of digital scam to be aware of, as per the BBC
- While this type of scam isn't brand new, a recent data breach at Booking.com has raised the risk of people being caught out
- However, names, email addresses, phone numbers, and booking details have been leaked
Summary
While this type of scam isn't brand new, a recent data breach at Booking.com has raised the risk of people being caught out. According to Booking.com, no financial information was exposed in the April 2026 hack. Minimizing the risk of getting scammed by a reservation hijack involves many of the same security precautions you may already be following, and being aware that this is a way you might be targeted will make a difference. They've already outlined the basics of a reservation hijack, but it can take several forms.