Co-op apologises after hackers extract ‘significant’ amount of customer data

Co-op has apologized following a cyberattack that accessed personal data of its customers, including names and contact details, but not passwords or financial information. The incident occurred after an attempted hack linked to Marks & Spencer’s recent cyber-incident, prompting Co-op to temporarily shut down part of its IT system. The company is working with the NCSC and NCA to investigate, and a spokesperson emphasized the importance of data protection while acknowledging the breach's impact.