Retailer WH Smith reports cyberattack, says employee data compromised

WH Smith said Thursday that it was the target of a cybersecurity incident in which attackers were able to access company data.

In a notice filed with the London Stock Exchange’s Regulatory News Service, the retailer said that current and former employee data had been compromised. About 12,500 people work for the company.

“Upon becoming aware of the incident, we immediately launched an investigation, engaged specialist support services and implemented our incident response plans, which included notifying the relevant …

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