SBI Confirms Data Leak, Appoints Cybersecurity Agency To Probe Dark Web Exposure

State Bank of India is investigating a suspected exposure of customer data found on the dark web. A preliminary analysis of around 3.75 lakh records identified 3,897 records containing personal information, including names, mobile numbers, dates of birth, email IDs and residential addresses. The bank has activated its cyber incident response protocols and engaged an independent cybersecurity agency to assess the authenticity, source and extent of the exposure. SBI says its operations remain unaffected, but the investigation is ongoing and the identities of potentially affected customers have not yet been established. The disclosure raises fresh concerns about banking data security and the risks of personal information being misused for fraud. Customers should remain vigilant, avoid suspicious links and never share OTPs, PINs or banking credentials.