Africa: Namibia: Telecom Cyberattack - 5 Things You Should Know

[Mary Wilson]

16 DECEMBER 2024
The Namibian (Windhoek)​

In the wake of a significant cyberattack targeting Telecom Namibia, critical questions have emerged about the company's data security practices and the implications for its customers.

Here are the five key takeaways from the incident and what it means for all stakeholders.

1. What Happened?On December 11, Telecom Namibia fell victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by a group known as Hunters International. This ransomware-as-a-service operation exfiltrated an estimated 626.3GB of data, comprising 492 633 files.

The attackers set a ransom deadline, threatening to release the stolen data if their demands weren't met. When the deadline passed, hundreds of sensitive customer records, including identification documents, addresses, and banking details, were leaked and began circulating on social media. ...

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