2024-03-16 16:06:10
France’s public labor office reported a serious cyber attack. During the attack, hackers obtained information on more than two-thirds of the entire population – 43 million people.
French employment agencies France Travail and Cap Emploi on Thursday was announcedthat they fell victim to an intrusion into their information systems.
Among the leaked personal data first and last names, social security numbers, France Travail employment agency identifiers, e-mail and postal addresses and telephone numbers – announced the French data protection agency, CNIL. According to Cap Emploi, the date of birth was also leaked.
According to the authorities, malicious actors did not gain access to passwords and bank data.
At present, those affected cannot know whether they have been affected. France Travail will inform them individually in the coming days.
“The Paris prosecutor’s office has already opened an investigation and those who wish to file a complaint are invited to do so” the CNIL announced.
French authorities warn that hackers might link this leak with information from previous leaks. The CNIL that he advises citizens to be particularly vigilant regarding any messages (SMS, e-mail) they may receive, especially when they are asked to perform an urgent action such as payment.
“In the coming days, increased vigilance is needed, but it is important that this also applies in the long term.”
The announcement was made once morest the French authorities earlier this week regarding a cyber attack followed by reports. During the attack, several DDoS attacks by Anonymous Sudan temporarily disrupted many government websites. The French prime minister’s office and the digital security agency declined to comment on the incident or provide details on the targets or potential damage.
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