Data Breach at BK Technologies Exposes Employee Info

Communications equipment manufacturer BK Technologies has disclosed a significant cybersecurity incident that compromised its IT infrastructure. The company revealed that an unauthorized third party gained access to its network in late September and acquired non-public information. This breach potentially exposed sensitive records belonging to current and former employees. BK Technologies has since contained the threat, removed the attackers from its systems, and notified law enforcement. While the investigation continues, the company stated that the incident caused minimal disruption to core business operations and is not expected to have a material financial impact.

Latest mentioned: 10-08

Earliest mentioned: 10-07

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