123 Reg discloses 'AI cyberattack' on customer data, suspects China nexus
The September 18 intrusion exposed customer contact details, VAT numbers, and API product information. 123 Reg identified attacker infrastructure in China and Singapore, noting the use of AI exploitation frameworks and scripts. The company suspects a Chinese state-sponsored group that has previously targeted dozens of organizations using Claude Code.
Key points
- Customer data including names, phone numbers, and VAT numbers were compromised.
- The attack utilized AI-driven skills and frameworks hosted on Chinese infrastructure.
- Evidence points toward a Chinese state-sponsored group as the likely perpetrator.
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