Hobbs and Whistles owner investigates hack that may have exposed customer data
Source: The Guardian ·
Cyber-attack on TFG London comes less than a week after online fashion seller Asos was hit by hackersBusiness live – latest updatesThe owner of Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles has warned that its websites and IT systems have been hit by a cyber-attack that may have compromised customers’ personal data.The South-African listed TFG London said that it had identified the “cybersecurity incident” at…
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The owner of Phase Eight, Hobbs and Whistles has warned that its websites and IT systems have been hit by a cyber-attack that may have compromised customers’ personal data. The South-African listed TFG London said that it had identified the “cybersecurity incident” at the three UK-based retail chains on Sunday. Its two other UK brands – Inside Story and White Stuff – are not affected. TFG said its stores have stayed open and trading but some of its IT systems “remain unavailable” and it has paused all online orders as a “precautionary measure”. An “investigation is ongoing, including establishing whether any personal or other sensitive information has been compromised,” the company said. If the investigation establishes any personal information has been accessed by hackers TFG said it would “notify affected individuals or organisations.” “Some of our brand’s website capabilities may not be available as the investigation continues. We apologise for any disruption and will provide…