Ransomware Brews Trouble: Starbucks’ Cyber Grind and Global Retail Ripple
A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder has left Starbucks scrambling, forcing the coffee giant to brew up manual processes for employee scheduling and payroll. As the holiday season heats up, businesses worldwide sip on the bitter consequences of this cyberattack.
Hot Take:
Turns out, the only thing brewing at Starbucks this holiday season isn’t just the pumpkin spice lattes, but a piping hot cup of cybersecurity chaos! Who knew that manual payroll could make a comeback faster than disco?
Key Points:
- A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder disrupted Starbucks’ employee scheduling and payroll systems.
- Other major retailers like Morrisons and Sainsbury’s were also affected.
- Blue Yonder has engaged CrowdStrike for recovery and prevention efforts.
- Starbucks is taking manual measures to ensure employees are paid correctly.
- Ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly common during holidays and weekends.
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