TfL Under Siege: Cyber Attack Sparks Commuter Chaos in London
Transport for London (TfL) is wrestling with a “cyber security incident,” but don’t worry, your Oyster card hasn’t gone rogue just yet. While TfL systems are in the hot seat, customer data remains safe, and public services are still running. Stay tuned for updates as they work with cybersecurity experts to tackle the issue.
Hot Take:
Looks like even London’s iconic red buses aren’t immune to cyber hiccups! Who knew hackers had a thing for Oyster cards?
Key Points:
- TfL confirms a cyber security incident affecting its internal systems.
- No evidence yet that customer data has been compromised.
- Backroom systems at TfL’s corporate HQ are affected, with staff advised to work from home.
- National Crime Agency and National Cyber Security Centre are involved in the investigation.
- Oyster and Contactless sign-in pages taken offline for “maintenance.”
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