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Cyberangriffe treffen Unternehmen nicht nur finanziell und reputationsseitig, sie können auch der Konkurrenz ungeahnte Vorteile verschaffen. Das zeigt jetzt der Fall des britischen Einzelhändlers Marks & Spencer (M&S), dessen IT-Probleme anderen Händlern zu deutlichen Umsatzgewinnen verhalfen.
Fraud wave
Security firm BforeAI is warning about a scam campaign targeting the new browser from Perplexity. Attackers are using fake domains and manipulated apps to capitalize on attention for the new product.
Six months after cyberattack
The retail chain Marks & Spencer is ending its partnership with Tata Consultancy Services in the helpdesk sector. A hacker attack in spring cost the company around £300 million. However, both sides emphasize that the decision was made independently of the incident.
Qilin
The cybercriminal group Qilin has claimed responsibility for an attack on VW’s French subsidiary. Approximately 150 gigabytes of data were allegedly stolen—the automotive industry remains a preferred target for extortionists.
Potential security incident
Harvard University is investigating a possible data theft incident. According to the institution, a critical vulnerability in Oracle software that affects numerous customers may have been exploited.
Suspected widespread email campaign
Google has issued a warning about an ongoing wave of extortion emails being sent to executives at numerous companies. The messages claim that the senders have stolen sensitive data from Oracle business applications. According to Google, the group is posing as members of the well-known Cl0p ransomware gang.
Japan operations affected
Asahi Group Holdings is grappling with a severe IT security incident that has brought large portions of its Japan operations to a standstill. Orders and deliveries are completely suspended.
Luxury goods group Kering
Cyber criminals have stolen personal information from customers of luxury brands Gucci, Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen. The parent company Kering confirms the incident and speaks of “limited” customer data.
Everest ransomware group
According to the Everest ransomware group, the BMW Group has been successfully attacked. The cyber criminals claim to have captured sensitive company data.
Lack of reserves
The car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has been struggling for more than two weeks with the consequences of a serious cyber attack. According to the company, production will not restart until September 24 at the earliest. However, industry insiders warn of disruptions into November.