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M&S working 'day and night' over cyber attack

M&S working 'day and night' over cyber attack

Summary

Marks & Spencer, a large retail company, has had to stop online orders after a cyber attack affected their operations. It's not clear when normal business will start again because the company is still trying to fix the issues caused by the attack.

Key Facts

  • Marks & Spencer, or M&S, is dealing with a cyber attack.
  • Due to this attack, they have stopped online orders on their website and apps.
  • The cyber attack started causing problems over Easter weekend.
  • The attack has significantly affected M&S because it relies a lot on online sales, especially for clothing and home items.
  • Daily spending averages at £3.8m on clothes and home goods on M&S's website and apps.
  • Food supplies in some M&S stores are also affected because some systems were turned off to deal with the attack.
  • The company's loyalty program and gift card payments are also disrupted.
  • Other retailers, including the Co-op and Harrods, have also experienced cyber attacks recently.
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