Vocus Group Faces Cyberattack, Impacting 1,600 Customers' Internet Services

Vocus Group, an Australian internet service provider, is grappling with a cyberattack that disrupted services for 1,600 customers, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in the telecommunications sector.

• The cyber incident affecting Vocus Group began on Friday night, prompting the company to investigate suspicious activity within their email system.
• Approximately 1,600 customers, including those using Dodo and iPrimus, experienced interruptions in their internet and mobile phone services due to the hack.
• Security hackers targeted Vocus Groups email and mobile services, raising concerns about the security of personal data and communication for users in Australia.