One of the largest gaming companies in the United States, International Gaming Technology (IGT), was subjected to a cyber attack that caused serious disruptions to its systems.
On Sunday, IGT said it had discovered a cyber attack that affected its internal IT systems and applications. In response, the company took some systems offline to protect data and launched an investigation into the incident. So far, the company does not assess how this will affect its financial results. With more than 11,000 employees, they earned $1.9 billion in the first nine months of 2024.
The gambling market is becoming an increasingly attractive target for cybercriminals. Casinos and lotteries are particularly often targeted by ransomware due to their dependence on uninterrupted IT systems. Such attacks not only disrupt operations, but also cause serious financial losses. significant financial losses and reputational risks.