Suspected cyberattack disrupts Circle K chain’s operations in Hong Kong

Suspected cyberattack disrupts Circle K chain’s operations in Hong Kong

Circle K’s Hong Kong operations experienced a network disruption affecting electronic payments, emails, and loyalty services, raising concerns of a potential cyberattack. The company is working with law enforcement and forensics experts to investigate, while customers report ongoing outages and issues with loyalty points. #CircleK #HongKong #Cyberattack #LoyaltyProgram

Keypoints

  • Circle K Hong Kong’s operations have been halted due to a network disruption affecting multiple services.
  • The company has not confirmed a cyberattack but is investigating the cause with law enforcement and forensics experts.
  • Customers are experiencing expired loyalty points and coupons amid ongoing service outages.
  • The incident follows previous cyber incidents targeting Circle K stores worldwide, including data breaches and ransomware attacks.
  • Related disruptions have also impacted former parent company CRA and other franchisees, with some data exposed online.

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