Hackers have stolen personal data belonging to 27,000 employees of RTL Group and are reportedly offering this information for sale on the dark web. Security specialists from the Lithuanian portal 'Cybernews' reported that the hackers claimed to have compromised the company earlier this month and provided a snippet of 100 lines of alleged employee data as proof of their breach. The company’s personnel includes those from subsidiary firms such as Fremantle and M6, raising concerns over the extent of the intrusion and potential impacts on employee privacy.

In response to the breach, RTL Group has acknowledged the data leak concerning its employee intranet and is currently conducting a thorough investigation into the incident. A spokesperson stated that they are aware of the data leak and are making efforts to ensure that no further data is compromised. The company’s proactive stance highlights its commitment to cybersecurity and protecting employee information, despite the substantial scale of this attack.

This incident not only raises questions about the security measures in place at RTL Group but also underscores the growing threat of cyberattacks against organizations worldwide. With such a significant number of employee records at risk, it serves as a critical reminder for companies to continually enhance their security infrastructure and protocols to safeguard against breaches, particularly given the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals.