Transport for London confirms cyberattack, assures us all is well

Transport for London confirms cyberattack, assures us all is well

September 3, 2024 at 05:49AM

Transport for London (TfL) is addressing an ongoing cyber security incident, confirming measures to prevent further access to systems and protect customer data. The organization is collaborating with government agencies, and so far, there is no evidence of compromised customer data or impact to services. The incident has affected backroom systems and prompted remote work for staff. TfL’s payment page, Oyster and Contactless, has also been temporarily taken offline.

From the meeting notes, it is evident that Transport for London (TfL) is currently dealing with an ongoing cyber security incident. This incident has prompted immediate action to prevent further access to their systems. However, TfL has assured the public that there is currently no evidence of customer data compromise and there is no impact on TfL services. They are actively collaborating with government agencies, including the National Crime Agency and the National Cyber Security Centre, to respond to the incident. Additionally, reports suggest that backroom systems at TfL’s corporate headquarters have been affected, leading to some staff working from home. Furthermore, the sign-in page for Oyster and Contactless, used for payments on the TfL network, has been temporarily taken offline for maintenance.

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