Nikkei’s Not-So-Slack Security: 17,000 Employees’ Data Exposed in Latest Breach Fiasco
Nikkei’s Slack got hacked, exposing personal info of over 17,000 employees and partners. The breach stemmed from malware-infected credentials. Although the info isn’t legally protected, Nikkei reported it voluntarily, emphasizing transparency. No journalistic data was leaked, but it’s a stark reminder that even media giants aren’t immune to cyber shenanigans.
Hot Take:
Who knew that the Financial Times’ parent company would make headlines for something other than financial news? Nikkei’s Slack breach proves that even the world’s largest financial newspaper isn’t immune to digital hiccups. Let’s hope their Slack chats weren’t filled with hot stock tips or embarrassing karaoke videos from the last office party. In the meantime, here’s a new rule for Nikkei: Don’t let your guard down, even for a second. Because in the world of cybersecurity, everyone’s a target, and no one’s got time for malware-induced panic.
Key Points:
- Nikkei’s Slack platform was compromised, exposing data of over 17,000 employees and partners.
- The breach was caused by stolen authentication credentials after a malware infection.
- No confidential journalistic sources or reporting data were impacted.
- The incident doesn’t fall under Japan’s Personal Information Protection Law.
- Previous security incidents suggest Nikkei needs a digital guardian angel.