Boyd Gaming’s Cyber Gamble: Hackers Hit the Jackpot with Employee Data Breach!
Boyd Gaming has disclosed a cyberattack, admitting hackers may have swiped personal info from employees and others. In true corporate fashion, they call the impact “limited,” which might mean anything from “not too bad” to “yikes!” But don’t worry, their comprehensive cybersecurity insurance has them covered.
Hot Take:
Boyd Gaming rolls the dice on cybersecurity and, surprise, surprise, ends up with a losing hand. This Las Vegas-based casino operator seems to have bet on the wrong security measures, leaving their employees’ and possibly others’ personal information at the mercy of hackers. But don’t worry, they have a “comprehensive cybersecurity insurance policy” to cover the cleanup costs. So, while they may have lost some chips, they’re hoping not to go bust. But really, who needs to protect data when you have a good insurance policy, right?
Key Points:
- Boyd Gaming admits to a cyberattack targeting their tech systems and removing data.
- The compromised information involves employees and a “limited” number of others.
- No details have been given about when the attack occurred or the data stolen.
- Boyd Gaming claims their cybersecurity insurance will handle the financial fallout.
- They operate 27 sites in over 10 US cities, with a new site opening in Virginia in 2027.