Co-op aware of claims IT data copied in ‘cyber security’ incident [Video]

Federated Co-op Limited (FCL) says it’s aware of statements made online claiming hackers are threatening to release sensitive data stolen from the company.

“We are aware of statements made online that data was allegedly copied from the FCL IT environment and will allegedly be released,” FCL spokesperson Brad DeLorey said in a response to CTV News.

The company explained that while it’s possible the allegations are related to the “cybersecurity incident” the company suffered on June 27 — that will be determined by the third-party experts currently investigating.

“If the investigation determines that data was in fact compromised, as previously stated, we will take appropriate action,” DeLorey said.

FCL noted that the incident has been contained.

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