Retail Ruckus: Harrods Dodges Cyber Attack While M&S and Co-op Stumble
Harrods confirms a cyber attack attempt, joining a string of UK retailers facing similar threats, including M&S and Co-op. The luxury store restricted internet access, but its online shop is still open. Meanwhile, Scattered Spider has left M&S reeling with empty shelves and halted online orders. Cybersecurity battles are heating up!
Hot Take:
When it comes to cyber threats, if luxury retail was a sport, the UK’s department stores just scored a hat-trick of attacks! With Harrods fending off cyber villains while Marks & Spencer and Co-op are still licking their wounds, it seems like the retail world needs a better defense than just luxury price tags. Who knew that shopping for fine cashmere could come with a side of cyber espionage?
Key Points:
- Harrods confirmed a cyber attack attempt but maintained online store operations.
- Internet access was restricted across Harrods’ physical locations as a precaution.
- Marks & Spencer and Co-op have also been recent cyber attack victims.
- Scattered Spider, a hacking group, is linked to the more severe Marks & Spencer attack.
- The National Cyber Security Centre is investigating potential links between these attacks.
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