MTN Group, Africa’s largest telecom operator with 290.9 million subscribers, recently experienced a cybersecurity incident impacting personal customer information in select markets. Fortunately, the company’s essential infrastructure, including its core network and financial services, remains protected and fully functional, as stated by MTN Group on Thursday. For further details, visit the original source here.
A third-party entity has allegedly accessed certain data within MTN’s systems, prompting the activation of the company’s cybersecurity response measures. Authorities like the South African Police Service and the Hawks have been notified. The situation underscores the ongoing challenges telecom operators face in ensuring data protection and integrity in regions like Nigeria and Lagos.
- Key Takeaways:
- MTN’s core services remain secure despite the incident.
- The response plan was quickly enacted, involving law enforcement.
- Data integrity remains a critical focus area for telecom giants.
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