Cell C, a South African mobile network operator, announced a cybersecurity incident that compromised some customer data. While details remain limited, the company assured it's working to resolve the situation and prioritize customer data protection.
Cell C disclosed on Wednesday that it had been impacted by a cybersecurity incident that affected parts of its IT environment, resulting in the exposure of some customer data . Initial findings from their ongoing investigation suggest that data related to a limited number of individuals may have been accessed by an unauthorized party. The company did not specify the exact number of customers affected, the types of data compromised, the cause of the incident, or the timeline.
Cell C stated that it has engaged experts to assist with the investigation. They emphasized that their top priority is protecting the integrity of their systems and customer data confidentiality. Cell C has notified the relevant authorities and pledged to keep stakeholders informed as they work to resolve the situation. They also highlighted the increasing prevalence of cybercrime and their continuous investment in enhancing cybersecurity measures to mitigate risk. The company urged customers to remain vigilant and take steps to protect their personal information
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