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POKÉMON CENTER BREACH EXPOSES UK AND GERMAN CUSTOMER DATA

SECURITY DESK1 MIN READ
MON, AUG 17, 2026

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Pokémon Center notified customers in the UK and Germany of a data breach affecting personal and order information. The breach occurred through third-party logistics provider CEVA Logistics, which was compromised by hackers.

The Pokémon Company discovered that CEVA Logistics, a third-party vendor handling shipments, suffered a security breach exposing customer data. Affected information includes names, addresses, email addresses, and order details for customers in both regions. As a precautionary measure, Pokémon Center canceled some orders linked to the breach. The company is investigating the extent of the compromise and working with CEVA Logistics to prevent further unauthorized access. Customers in impacted regions are being notified directly and advised to monitor their accounts for suspicious activity. Pokémon Center has not yet disclosed the total number of affected customers or provided a timeline for when the breach was discovered. The incident highlights ongoing security risks associated with third-party logistics providers handling sensitive customer data.

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