Subpostmaster federation hit by ransomware attack | Computer Weekly
Summary
The National Federation of Subpostmasters suffered a ransomware attack after attackers exploited a vulnerability in cPanel web hosting software. The incident disrupted email communication between the NFSP and the Post Office, and some interactions and integrations were temporarily paused as a precaution. NFSP said it reported the incident to the ICO and confirmed that no data was lost. The case highlights how a third-party software flaw can cascade into operational disruption across connected organizations.
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