Formula 1’s Governing Body Hit by Cyberattack: FIA Email Breach Revealed

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) recently suffered a cyberattack, allowing threat actors to access several email accounts. The FIA quickly cut off illegitimate access and notified data protection regulators in France and Switzerland. However, key details about the stolen data and the attackers remain…

Hot Take:

Looks like the FIA is racing towards cybersecurity with a few pit stops along the way! Maybe next time they’ll steer clear of those email potholes.

Key Points:

  • FIA suffered a phishing attack leading to unauthorized access to two email accounts.
  • Details on the data stolen and the identity of the attackers remain undisclosed.
  • FIA has notified French and Swiss data protection regulators.
  • FIA continues to oversee major motorsport events and road safety initiatives worldwide.
  • Statement from the FIA expresses regret for any concern caused.

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