Luxury car manufacturer Ferrari has revealed that a recent ransomware attack on its systems has exposed the personal data of some of its customers. The Italian company, known for its high-performance sports cars, said the attack occurred on Sunday, March 19, 2023.
In a statement released on Monday, Ferrari said that the cyberattack was discovered by its IT security team, who promptly initiated the company’s cybersecurity protocol. However, the attackers had already managed to infiltrate Ferrari’s systems and had stolen a significant amount of data, including customers’ personal information.
According to Ferrari’s statement, the stolen data includes customers’ names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. The company stressed that no financial data or credit card information had been accessed during the attack.
Ferrari has said that it has notified the relevant authorities and is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate the incident and prevent any further breaches. The company has also said that it is taking steps to enhance its cybersecurity measures to ensure that a similar attack does not happen in the future.
Ferrari’s CEO, John Elkann, expressed his regret and apologized to customers for the security breach. “We are deeply sorry for any inconvenience or concern this incident may cause our customers,” he said. “We take the security and privacy of our customers’ data very seriously and are doing everything in our power to ensure that such an incident does not happen again.”
The incident highlights the increasing threat of cybercrime and the need for businesses to take cybersecurity seriously. Ferrari’s disclosure of the attack and its handling of the situation will be closely watched by customers, regulators, and the wider business community.