India, Oct. 23 -- The State Bank of India (SBI) has informed 3,897 customers whose data was leaked on the dark web that their account balances and funds remain safe.

Two days after disclosing the suspected data exposure, the bank said it had individually notified the affected customers through email and WhatsApp mediums.

"Further to our earlier post regarding the recent cyber incident, the Bank has individually informed all customers, whose data was identified as being involved, through email and/or WhatsApp. We reiterate that your account balances and funds are safe with us. Customers are advised to follow safe digital banking practices, never share their OTP, PIN or password with anyone, and remain vigilant against suspicious calls, m...