Electronic wallet platform GCash said on Wednesday that no user data has been leaked or compromised, reassuring customers that their accounts will remain safe despite reports of information being sold on the dark web.
“GCash assures the public that there has been no breach, no leak and no compromise of its systems,” the company said in a statement.
Secretary of Information and Communications Technology Henry Roel R. Aguda said the agency is monitoring the issue and reminds the public to be vigilant about online scams and misinformation.
“If you see data allegedly being sold online, don't panic or share personal information. Always verify through legitimate sources and be cautious about what you post or click,” he said.
GCash urged the public to avoid reposting unverified information and only rely on official channels for accurate updates.
The company warned that it will take legal action against individuals or groups spreading false or malicious claims that create public confusion and undermine user trust.
On Tuesday, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) through its Cyber Crime Investigation and Coordination Center (CICC) said G-Exchange, Inc., the operator of GCash, The alleged data leak related to the company did not originate from the company's system. , Ashley Erica O. jose
