""We detected unusual activity on servers in Merkle's network. We immediately implemented our incident response protocols, took steps to contain the activity, and launched an investigation. A cybersecurity firm that has worked with other companies to address similar situations was engaged to assist. Law enforcement was notified, and we notified the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).""
"Global marketing giant Dentsu is writing to current and former staff after a cyberattack on a subsidiary led to bank, payroll, and other sensitive data being stolen. The email being sent to affected individuals, seen by The Register, confirmed the attack targeted Merkle, Dentsu's US-based data-driven media marketing and customer experience business. Merkle has more than 16,000 employees working across more than 80 locations worldwide, and operates in markets including EMEA, the Americas, and APAC."
Dentsu reported a cyberattack on Merkle, its US-based data-driven media marketing and customer experience business. The attack resulted in theft of bank, payroll, and other sensitive data of current and former staff. An email to affected individuals said unusual activity was detected on Merkle servers, incident response protocols were implemented, containment steps were taken, and an investigation was launched. A cybersecurity firm was engaged and law enforcement, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) were notified. The company shut down certain systems to contain the incident. Dentsu declined to confirm whether ransomware was involved.
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