South Korea Orders Probe Into Financial Data Leaks

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung ordered a thorough investigation into recent personal data leaks at banks and public agencies. Financial regulators launched on-site inspections and urged institutions to strengthen cybersecurity measures.

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South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung arrives to address the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 22, 2026. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz

South Korea ordered an emergency financial sector probe following widespread cyberattacks that compromised major banks. The investigation targets systemic vulnerabilities after initial breaches surfaced on September 30. Regulators face mounting pressure to upgrade national cyber defenses as second-tier institutions report ongoing security failures.

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