International Game Technology (IGT) Plc, a global leader in gaming equipment, revealed a cybersecurity breach in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday. An “unauthorised third party” infiltrated some of the company’s systems, resulting in disruptions to its operations.
Cybersecurity Incident Disrupts Operations
IGT discovered the breach on Sunday, November 17, and quickly activated its incident response plan. The company noted, “Promptly after detecting the issue, the company activated its cybersecurity incident response plan and launched an investigation with the support of its external advisors to assess and remediate the unauthorised activity.”
The breach affected portions of IGT’s internal IT systems and applications. To mitigate the situation, the company proactively took certain systems offline and is working to restore them. While IGT continues its investigation, it has implemented business continuity measures, allowing it to maintain operations and communicate with customers and stakeholders.
IGT has not yet determined whether the breach will significantly impact its business. The incident comes at a pivotal time, as IGT prepares to sell its gaming and digital business to funds managed by Apollo Global Management Inc. for $4.05 billion.
The company, known for its three core segments—global lottery, global gaming, and its online arm PlayDigital—emphasized its commitment to minimizing disruptions. According to the filing, “The ongoing investigation and response include efforts to bring its systems back online.”
Despite the cybersecurity setback, IGT continues to prioritize customer service, leveraging its continuity plans to mitigate operational challenges.
This breach underscores the growing cybersecurity risks faced by companies in the gaming and digital industries, particularly during major transitions like acquisitions.
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