Japanese internet giant GMO tells customers to shut down and disconnect PCs from the internet following data breach and…
- GMO warned customers to back up data, disconnect devices, and shut down systems after a cyberattack
- Attackers allegedly stole customer data, leaked information, and threatened ransomware deployment
- Compromised trading-platform credentials and reports of unauthorized transactions raised concerns for affected users
Japanese internet giant GMO Group has told its customers to scan their computers for viruses, back up all of their data, disconnect the devices from the internet and then shut them down.
The announcement, which literally told customers, “unplug any cords connected to your PC," was made in response to a cyberattack it recently suffered, as well as the threats then made by the malicious actors.
GMO Group gets hit
GMO Internet Group is a large Japanese technology conglomerate whose business spans internet infrastructure, cybersecurity, online advertising, financial services, and more. It brings in billions of dollars every year, and operates a broad portfolio of subsidiaries, among which is Onamae...
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