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Teen Hacker Nabbed in TfL Cyberattack: London Commute Chaos Averted
UK police have arrested a 17-year-old linked to the cyberattack on Transport for London. The teen, from Walsall, was detained under suspicion of Computer Misuse Act offenses. The NCA is working with the National Cyber Security Centre and TfL to handle the incident and mitigate…
Hot Take:
Looks like the Transport for London cyberattack was brought to you by the same demographic that believes pineapple belongs on pizza. Who knew teenage rebellion had gone digital?
Key Points:
- 17-year-old from Walsall arrested for alleged involvement in TfL cyberattack.
- Attack occurred on September 1, 2024; arrest made on September 5, 2024.
- Initial claims of no data breach now contradicted by TfL’s updated statement.
- Customer data, including names, contact details, and bank info, potentially compromised.
- NCA and National Cyber Security Centre continue to investigate.
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