Casio Confirms Stolen Customer Data After Ransomware Attack

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Casio has confirmed that a ransomware attack has resulted in the theft of customer data. The company has stated that the stolen data includes personal information such as names, addresses, employees, job candidates, phone numbers etc. The Underground ransomware group has claimed responsibility behind the attack

Casio has issued a statement saying:

“Please refrain from spreading this information through social media, etc., as it could increase the damage caused by the leak of information on this case, violate the privacy of those affected, have serious effects on their lives and businesses, and encourage crime”

The company has informed the Japanese Police and Personal Information Protection Commission of the incident for investigations and remediation steps.

Source(s)

• Bleeping Computer