Firstmac targeted by ransomware group – Mortgage Business

Date Reported: 2024-04-28
Country: Australia
Victim: Firstmac | firstmac.com.au
Additional Information:

  • The Australian lender, Firstmac, has fallen victim to a cyberattack by the ransomware group EMBARGO.
  • The attackers managed to steal over 500 GB of data, including databases, source codes, and sensitive customer information.
  • Firstmac has hired experts to investigate the incident and has taken measures to secure its system.
  • This attack is part of a series of targeted attacks on Australian financial institutions.
  • The Australian government and the industry have strengthened their defenses against cyber threats in response to these attacks.

Article: https://www.mortgagebusiness.com.au/lender/19018-non-bank-lender-hacked
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