Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International, two prominent casino and hospitality companies, have reportedly fallen victim to cyberattacks in recent weeks. These incidents highlight the growing threat of cybercrime in the hospitality industry.

Here are the key details:

Caesars Entertainment Cyberattack

• Ransomware Attack: Caesars Entertainment, based in Nevada and known for its hotel and casino properties, experienced a ransomware cyberattack a few weeks ago. The attack resulted in a breach of its network and the exposure of some data to hackers.
• Attributed to Scattered Spider: Anonymous sources cited by Bloomberg attributed the attack to the Scattered Spider hacker group. The incident reportedly began a few days before the start of September and was preceded by a compromise of one of Caesars Entertainment’s third-party IT vendors.
• Significant Payment: The alleged hackers reportedly received a payment worth tens of millions of dollars from the company during the incident.
• Company Response: Caesars Entertainment has not provided official comments on the incident, and the details surrounding the breach may be disclosed in a future regulatory filing.

MGM Resorts International Cyberattack

• Cybersecurity Issue: MGM Resorts International also recently identified a cybersecurity issue affecting certain systems within the company. The company initiated an investigation with external cybersecurity experts, notified law enforcement, and took measures to protect its systems and data.
• Potential Scattered Spider Involvement: Bloomberg reported that the cyberattack on MGM Resorts International may have involved the Scattered Spider hacker group, along with another hacker group.

The cybersecurity breaches affecting these prominent hospitality and entertainment companies serve as a reminder of the growing threat landscape faced by organizations across various industries. Cybercriminals continue to target high-profile entities, emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and proactive responses to mitigate potential damage.

Both Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International are actively addressing the incidents and working to resolve the matter while implementing additional security measures. The impact of these attacks on the companies’ operations and customer data remains a critical concern.

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