Belk’s Cyber Drama: DragonForce Ransacks Retailer, Leaving Shoppers in a Lurch
The DragonForce ransomware gang wreaked havoc on Belk, forcing the retailer to unplug systems and reset passwords. With 156 gigabytes of data in their clutches, DragonForce boasts about Belk’s addition to their collection. Belk’s online store remains a ghost town, as the company offers victims free credit monitoring to soften the blow.
Hot Take:
When it comes to dragons, most of us think of fire-breathing mythical creatures, not cybercriminals with a penchant for department store drama. Yet, here we are, witnessing DragonForce setting Belk’s digital world ablaze. With a swipe of their virtual claws, they’ve turned retail therapy into a cybersecurity nightmare. Fashion advice for Belk? Maybe invest in some chainmail and a firewall upgrade!
Key Points:
- Cyberattack on Belk by the DragonForce ransomware gang identified on May 8.
- Hackers had access to Belk’s network from May 7 to May 11, exfiltrating sensitive data.
- Personal information, including names and Social Security numbers, was compromised.
- Belk offers 12 months of free credit monitoring and identity restoration to affected customers.
- DragonForce claims to have stolen 156 gigabytes of data, with no ransom paid by Belk.
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