Hackers have launched cyberattacks on venues for the 2024 Paris Olympics and dozens of museum shops in France, allegedly demanding a ransom in cryptocurrency.
Cyber attackers attacked the data processing systems of around 40 French tourist attractions over the weekend and stole sensitive financial data, Le Parisien reported. The attacked tourist attractions included the Grand Palais museum, which will host the martial arts and fencing events at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The hackers threatened to release the travel website’s financial data unless a ransom in cryptocurrency was paid. France’s anti-cybercrime brigade (BL2C) is investigating the attack and the ransom demand.
According to Paris authorities, the attack had no impact on the Olympic programme. Meanwhile, the museum's tourist shop that was attacked remained open at press time. (Decrypt) #binancepizza
