Revolut Faces Accusations of Leaking Customer Data to Fake Government Request

Revolut has been accused of handing over customer data after receiving a fake government request. The company allegedly provided identity documents and Bitcoin transaction records tied to affected accounts, but has not issued a public statement on the matter.

The incident is believed to be an example of social engineering failure, where a convincing forgery exploits expedited processes for genuine government requests. Financial institutions often maintain fast-track procedures for law enforcement inquiries, as these agencies sometimes require access to records quickly. However, this speed can also be exploited by convincing fakes.

The exposed data is particularly sensitive, as identity documents can lead to account takeover and impersonation fraud, while Bitcoin transaction histories tied to a real identity pose follow-on risks beyond typical financial fraud.