The hacktivist group ‘R00TK1T ISC CYBER TEAM’ has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Sodexo S.A., specifically targeting its South African branch. The Sodexo cyberattack unfolded on January 15, 2024, on the dark web portal operated by the threat actor, revealing a disturbing breach that puts Sodexo’s digital assets, source code repositories, and employee information allegedly at risk.
R00TK1T ISC CYBER TEAM Alleges Cyberattack on Sodexo
The R00TK1T ISC CYBER TEAM hacker group, known for its relentless cyber activities, shared compelling evidence of their intrusion, including screenshots displaying access to Sodexo’s internal dashboards.
These visuals showcased a hoard of sensitive information, urging concerns about the potential fallout. Additionally, the group has announced its intention to leak source code repositories belonging to Sodexo, raising the stakes for the French company.
In a message posted by the threat actor, R00TK1T ISC CYBER TEAM declared their resurgence and hinted at an impending storm. The group emphasized their dedication to chaos, disruption, and mayhem, with France becoming the focal point of their wrath.
Sodexo, unwittingly caught in the crossfire, now faces the alleged consequences of aligning with R00TK1T. The threat actor’s warning resonates: no system is safe, no government is untouchable, and the power of R00TK1T knows no bounds.
The R00TK1T ISC CYBER TEAM Mayhem
The primary victim of this cyber onslaught is Sodexo S.A., a prominent French company specializing in food services and facilities management. The impact of the attack reverberated across France, affecting not only Sodexo but also causing ripples throughout Europe and the UK.
The Cyber Express sought clarification from Sodexo regarding the cyberattack claims. However, as of the time of writing, no official statement or response has been received from the French organization. Despite the seriousness of the allegations, Sodexo’s website appears to be operational, showing no visible signs of the reported cyberattack.
The claims made by R00TK1T ISC CYBER TEAM remain unverified, leaving room for uncertainty about the extent of the Sodexo data breach.
The potential leakage of source code repositories poses a significant risk, not only to Sodexo but also to the broader cybersecurity ecosystem. This is an ongoing story and
The Cyber Express will be closely monitoring the situation. We’ll update this post once we have more information on the Sodexo data breach, including any official communication from the organization.
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