Harrods, iconic department store, latest British retailer hit by cyberattack
npr.orgPublished: 5/1/2025
Summary
Harrods, a prominent British retailer, has fallen victim to a cyberattack, raising alarms about the vulnerability of luxury businesses. The attack disrupted some purchases for customers, though their payment data remained secure. As a precautionary measure, the store restricted internet access after detecting unauthorized system access earlier this week. Meanwhile, other major British retailers like Marks & Spencer and Co-op have also experienced online breaches, with all three attacks likely connected due to the lack of clear evidence otherwise.