UK transport giant Go-Ahead says it is managing a cybersecurity incident after detecting unauthorised activity on its network. Credit: Thinkstock One of the UK’s largest biggest transport companies, Go-Ahead, has confirmed that it is dealing with an ongoing cyberattack reportedly affecting software used to schedule bus drivers and services. Go-Ahead is London’s largest bus operator, operating more than 2,400 buses in the capital. The firm also provides key transport services in other cities including Brighton and Newcastle.Go-Ahead detects unauthorised activity on network, notifies ICOIn a statement sent to CSO, Go-Ahead said that it is managing a cybersecurity incident after detecting unauthorised activity on its network on Monday, September 5, 2022. “Upon becoming aware of the incident, Go-Ahead immediately engaged external forensic specialists and has taken precautionary measures with its IT infrastructure whilst it continues to investigate the nature and extent of the incident and implement its incident response plans.”Go-Ahead said it will continue to assess the potential impact of the incident but confirmed that there is no impact on UK or international rail services, which are operating normally. “As a precaution, Go-Ahead has notified relevant regulators, including the Information Commissioner’s Office in the UK.”Go-Ahead stated it will provide further updates on the incident as and when appropriate. CSO will update the story as necessary. Related content brandpost How an integrated platform approach improves OT security By Richard Springer Sep 26, 2023 5 mins Security news Teachers urged to enter schoolgirls into UK’s flagship cybersecurity contest CyberFirst Girls aims to introduce girls to cybersecurity, increase diversity, and address the much-maligned skills shortage in the sector. By Michael Hill Sep 26, 2023 4 mins Back to School Education Industry IT Training news CREST, IASME to deliver UK NCSC’s Cyber Incident Exercising scheme CIE scheme aims to help organisations find quality service providers that can advise and support them in practising cyber incident response plans. By Michael Hill Sep 26, 2023 3 mins IT Governance Frameworks Incident Response Data and Information Security news Baffle releases encryption solution to secure data for generative AI Solution uses the advanced encryption standard algorithm to encrypt sensitive data throughout the generative AI pipeline. By Michael Hill Sep 26, 2023 3 mins Encryption Generative AI Data and Information Security Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe