Japanese Hello Kitty theme parks hit by cyberattack, causing disruptions and significant losses.

28 January 2025 2 minutes Author: Newsman

Cyberattack paralyzes Japanese Hello Kitty theme parks In late January, two Sanrio-owned theme parks in Japan, Sanrio Puroland and Harmonyland, were hit by a cyberattack. Both parks reported unauthorized access to their systems on January 21 and 22.

As a result, they were forced to issue codes for purchased tickets and suspend the sale of annual passes. Sanrio Puroland was only able to accept visitors by prior reservation because its reservation system was unavailable. According to the latest reports, this restriction will last at least until the end of the month. The authorities have been informed of the incident, and the company is investigating to determine the nature of the attack and a possible data leak. Experts believe the ransomware attack may have targeted systems such as booking and ticketing services, forcing the company to pay the ransom.

Sanrio Puroland, also known as Hello Kitty Land, opened in 1990, while Harmony Land opened in 1991. Both parks focus on the popular kawaii culture promoted by Sanrio. The company’s main character is Hello Kitty, whose revenue is expected to exceed $470 million by 2023. The cyberattack shows how vulnerable even large companies are to cybercriminals who use attacks to cause maximum damage. The incident highlights the need to strengthen cybersecurity in the entertainment industry.

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