Security leaders share thoughts on MGM cyberattack

On Monday, September 11, MGM Resorts released a statement regarding a “cybersecurity issue” affecting company data. As of September 14, the resort is still working to return to a fully operational state, according to ABC. The cyberattack affected electronic doors, slot machines, elevators and ATMs.

The attack was allegedly triggered through a phone call to the resort’s help desk. The suspected attackers are also connected to an earlier cyberattack on Caesars Entertainment.

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Security leaders share thoughts on MGM cyberattack

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