Manchester United have confirmed the club recently suffered a ‘disruptive’ cyber attack – but quickly dismissed any suggestion that fans’ data could be leaked.
Reports claim cyber criminals are holding the Red Devils to ransom for millions of pounds after hacking into their system.
The Mail reports the hackers are threatening to release sensitive information unless they receive a serious sum of cash.
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Meanwhile, the National Cyber Security Centre has confirmed it is helping United with the issue.
It said: “The NCSC is aware of an incident affecting Manchester United Football Club and we are working with the organisation and partners to understand impact.”
The Information Commissioner’s Office could fine the Red Devils £9million, £18m or two per cent of their annual worldwide turnover if the cyber attack leads to fans’ personal information being released.
However, the club have reassured supporters that none of their personal data will be leaked.
United are adamant the attack will not affect matchday operations with their next home game against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League next Wednesday.
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On Thursday, a statement to the Mail read: “Following the recent cyber attack on the club, our IT team and external experts secured our networks and have conducted forensic investigations.
“This attack was by nature disruptive, but we are not currently aware of any fan data being compromised.
“Critical systems required for matches to take place at Old Trafford remained secure and games have gone ahead as normal.
“The club will not be commenting on speculation regarding who may have been responsible for this attack or the motives behind it.”
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