VF Corp reports data breach of 35M people, order issues after cyberattack
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VF Corporation, the American parent company of popular apparel brands such as Vans, Supreme, and The North Face, has acknowledged a cyberattack that has disrupted its operational capabilities, particularly affecting order fulfillment during the crucial Christmas retail season.
The attack, first noticed on December 13, involved the encryption of certain IT systems and data theft, including personal information, suggesting a ransomware incident.
VF Corp. announced that its global retail stores remain open and online sales continue, though delivery timelines are uncertain. Users ordering from Vans' website are met with a message indicating logistical disruptions affecting delivery dates.
VF Corp has not disclosed further details on the nature of the attack, the data compromised, or extent of affected individuals.
Update - Aas of 18th of January 2024, VF Corp reported that the December incident has resulted in the personal data breach of about 35.5 million consumers, though the company assured no compromise of sensitive financial information or social security numbers.
