Craneware Hit by Cybersecurity Incident Involving Unauthorized Data Access
Craneware, a UK-based provider of healthcare financial performance solutions, has disclosed a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to a portion of its data environment. The company, listed on the AIM market, activated its incident response plan, engaging external cybersecurity and forensic specialists to investigate alongside its internal IT team and retained security providers.
The breach has been contained, with no disruption reported to customer services or operations. External specialists confirmed no lingering indicators of compromise in Craneware’s systems. The company has notified regulators and law enforcement, including the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and the FBI in the U.S.
Initial investigations reveal that a significant volume of file names were viewed and exfiltrated. While much of the accessed data is described as non-sensitive or already public regulatory information, the breach also impacted a subset of employee records, as well as customer and partner data. The full scope and impact of the incident remain under assessment.
Source: https://businesscloud.co.uk/news/craneware-plc-hit-by-cyber-security-breach/
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