Ricardo Fixes Security Vulnerability Exposing User Data

Ricardo, a unit of SMG Swiss Marketplace Group, recently addressed a security vulnerability that led to unauthorized access to personal data on its platform. The incident, identified on October 7, 2026, revealed that approximately 890,000 user accounts were affected. Exposed data included names, postal addresses, and telephone numbers, along with company names for business users. Crucially, email addresses and passwords remained secure. Ricardo acted swiftly to resolve the vulnerability, ensuring the protection of its systems.

Affected users have been informed directly about the breach and advised on precautionary measures. Legally required notifications were made to the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner. A criminal complaint will be filed, and the incident will be reported to the Swiss National Cyber Security Centre. SMG Swiss Marketplace Group has emphasized its commitment to user data security through transparent communication and proactive measures.