Orange You Glad It Wasn’t Your Data? French Telecom Giant Tackles Cyberattack Chaos!

Orange’s IT systems went on a forced vacation, thanks to a cyberattack. The company’s security team, with Orange Cyberdefense, swiftly isolated the affected systems to limit the chaos. Despite the digital drama, no customer or corporate information was exfiltrated. Welcome to the new age of telecommunications, where even the data needs a security detail.

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Orange you glad they didn’t peel away all your data? In the digital world, even a telecom titan like Orange is not immune to cyberattacks. They’ve managed to squeeze through this one without a major data spill, but it’s a juicy reminder of how no one is safe from the constant threat of hackers. Keep those passwords as fresh as an Orange, folks!

Key Points:

  • Orange’s IT systems were targeted in a cyberattack, causing service disruptions.
  • The attack was detected on July 25, prompting immediate action from Orange Cyberdefense.
  • Some management services and platforms experienced disruptions, especially in France.
  • No evidence of data exfiltration has been found so far.
  • In February, Orange experienced another breach involving stolen data from Orange Romania.

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