THE article discusses an alleged data breach involving Żabka Polska, Poland's largest convenience store chain, which has purportedly leaked significant data, including Jira issues, GitLab repository source code, and sensitive credentials. A seller claimed to have a comprehensive dataset available for purchase at €5,000. A review of the sample data confirmed much of the seller's claims, though some figures were inconsistent. The data leak could expose internal systems, coding structures, and sensitive information.
Timing is critical as this leak followed a major acquisition announcement for Żabka, raising concerns for potential buyers during due diligence. The article underscores the pattern of data breaches typically occurring through stolen employee logins, emphasizing the risk tied to compromised credentials.