A hacker has claimed responsibility for breaking into the systems of Orange Group, a well-known French telecommunications provider. The attacker alleges that they stole a large number of internal files, including confidential details about customers and employees. After failing to extort the company, the hacker released some of this data on an underground forum.
Orange Verifies the Cyberattack
Orange Group has acknowledged the breach, stating that the attack targeted a non-essential system. The company has started an internal investigation and is taking steps to limit the damage. However, reports suggest that significant amounts of data have already been exposed.
The hacker, who goes by the online name Rey, is associated with a cybercriminal group called HellCat. Despite this, Rey insists that this was not a ransomware attack. The breach primarily impacted Orange Romania, a regional branch of the company.
What Information Was Compromised?
According to the hacker, the stolen files contain nearly 380,000 email addresses, as well as confidential company records. The leaked data includes:
• Customer and employee details
• Business contracts and invoices
• Internal source code
This article has been indexed from CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents