Japan internet giant GMO says hackers posted stolen customer data
Japan's GMO Internet is verifying alleged customer data posted by suspected hackers following a cloud service breach.
TL;DR
- GMO Internet's Onamae cloud desktop service experienced unauthorized access.
- Hackers allegedly published customer and business information and demanded a ransom.
- Approximately 27,000 servers may be affected.
- GMO Internet is advising customers to reset passwords and is offering compensation.
- The company is working with police and government agencies on the investigation.
- A potential connection to a Chinese AI tool, Artex, used in other hacks is being considered but not publicly established.
- The incident occurred after the Japanese firm's cybersecurity unit reported evidence of Artex being used in other attacks.
- Japan's Financial Service Agency had previously issued guidance urging financial institutions to prepare for increased cybersecurity vulnerabilities.