Hackers steal 1.5 million files from Saudi construction firm, cybersecurity group says
Hackers have stolen more than 1.5 million files from a construction company in Saudi Arabia commissioned to build facilities for the 2034 Fifa World Cup, a cyber threat monitoring group has reported. About 17 terabytes' worth of documents, contracts, payment information, stadium designs and personal data of 150,000 employees at the China Railway Railway Construction Corporation /Sama Construction…
Hackers have stolen over 1.5 million files, including sensitive data from 150,000 employees, from a Saudi Arabian construction firm contracted to build infrastructure for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, according to cybersecurity group Hackmanac. The breach, which occurred on October 3, compromised around 17 terabytes of documents, contracts, payment information, stadium designs, and personal data.
The targeted organization is the CRCC Saudi Branch/Sama Construction consortium, identified as the main contractor for Jeddah Central Stadium, a prospective 2034 FIFA World Cup venue. The WallStreet cybercrime group, known for targeting various sectors with double-extortion tactics, claimed responsibility for the attack. WallStreet, which has carried out at least 32 cyberattacks worldwide, is based internationally with notable activity in the United States and Ecuador.
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation president, Yasser Al Misehal, has emphasized the construction of state-of-the-art facilities to provide an exceptional fan experience at the host cities, with 11 stadiums to be built specifically for the tournament.
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