Hackers steal data from millions of UK airport customers
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) confirmed that hackers accessed the data of 8.7 million customers, including email addresses and vehicle registrations, after a cyber security incident. The group refused to pay a ransom and has notified the relevant authorities.
Why it matters
This large-scale data breach highlights the ongoing vulnerability of critical infrastructure and the importance of cybersecurity for public-facing entities.
Image source, EPA Image caption, About 8.7 million customers across three UK airports had their data accessed
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