Michaels Stores investigating possible data breach

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IRVING, Texas (AP) — Michaels Stores says it is
investigating a possible company data security breach that may have
affected its customers’ payment card information.
The Irving,
Texas, company said Saturday that it launched the probe after learning
of possible fraudulent activity on some U.S. payment cards used at the
home decor and crafts retailer.
Michaels Stores Inc. is working
with federal law enforcement and data security experts, but has yet to
confirm that its systems were compromised.
CEO Chuck Rubin
suggests Michaels customers take steps to protect themselves, such as
reviewing their account statements for unauthorized charges.
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd., recently said a security breach last year may have affected about 1.1 million
cards.
Target Corp. has said hackers stole about 40 million debit and credit card numbers during the holiday
season.
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IRVING, Texas (AP) — Michaels Stores says it is
investigating a possible company data security breach that may have
affected its customers’ payment card information.
The Irving,
Texas, company said Saturday that it launched the probe after learning
of possible fraudulent activity on some U.S. payment cards used at the
home decor and crafts retailer.
Michaels Stores Inc. is working
with federal law enforcement and data security experts, but has yet to
confirm that its systems were compromised.
CEO Chuck Rubin
suggests Michaels customers take steps to protect themselves, such as
reviewing their account statements for unauthorized charges.
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd., recently said a security breach last year may have affected about 1.1 million
cards.
Target Corp. has said hackers stole about 40 million debit and credit card numbers during the holiday
season.
Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. All rights
reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or
redistributed.

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