Unauthorized hackers accessed SRF employee data in recent SRG cyberattack
SRG confirmed that hackers breached its systems and accessed personal data of SRF staff, prompting immediate security actions.
SRG reported a cyber intrusion in which unauthorised actors gained access to personal data of SRF employees. In response, the organization promptly deactivated the affected user accounts and rolled out extra security measures. An investigation is underway, involving both internal specialists and external cybersecurity consultants, while SRG maintains close communication with the relevant authorities and has filed a police report.
Employees whose data was exposed have been notified directly. Current assessments indicate that the breach has been contained, with no signs of the information being published or exploited. SRG emphasised its commitment to protecting staff data and is providing active support to those impacted.
Why it matters
A breach of a major public broadcaster's staff data highlights growing cybersecurity risks for media organisations.
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