The recent data breach affecting Viking Line customers is reportedly linked to an international hacker group, as disclosed by Jussi Hermunen, CEO of Digitalist Experience, a subcontractor for the company. Hermunen pointed out that professional hackers were likely involved, given the extensive work required to infiltrate the company's systems.

The breach reportedly occurred through Digitalist Experience, which has since filed a criminal report. The Helsinki police have initiated an investigation into the incident, categorizing it as a data breach. According to Hermunen, the suspected hacker group has been associated with previous significant breaches, indicating a potentially organized and ongoing cyber threat.

For instance, the group is alleged to have breached CGI's systems in Sweden, which are used by citizens for logging in with bank credentials. This incident highlights not only the vulnerability of large systems to professional hackers but also raises concerns over the security of sensitive customer data across international digital platforms. As police investigations proceed, the implications for data security and corporate accountability in the digital age underscore the need for heightened vigilance in the face of sophisticated cyber threats.