Hackers breached firm knowledge, supply code for Galaxy gadgets

Samsung mentioned on Monday that hackers breached its inside firm knowledge, getting access to some supply codes of Galaxy-branded gadgets like smartphones.

The assertion from the South Korean electronics large comes after hacking group Lapsus$ claimed over the weekend through its Telegram channel that it has stolen 190 gigabytes of confidential Samsung supply code.

Samsung didn’t identify any particular hackers in its assertion nor what exact knowledge was stolen.

“We had been lately made conscious that there was a safety breach regarding sure inside firm knowledge. Instantly after discovering the incident, we strengthened our safety system,” a Samsung spokesperson informed CNBC.

“In line with our preliminary evaluation, the breach includes some supply codes regarding the operation of Galaxy gadgets, however doesn’t embrace the private info of our shoppers or staff.”

Samsung’s client merchandise akin to smartphones and tablets are below the Galaxy model.

The corporate mentioned it doesn’t anticipate any impression to its enterprise or clients.

Lapsus$ is identical group that claimed accountability for a knowledge breach of chip large Nvidia final month.