Cyber attack disrupts South Africa’s major port operations

A cyber-attack has disrupted container operations at the port of Cape Town, South Africa, according to email information seen by Reuters on the 22nd.

Durban, the busiest maritime terminal in sub-Saharan Africa, was also affected, three sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.

The Cape Town Harbor Carriers Association said in an email to members, as seen by Reuters: “Please note that the port’s operating systems have suffered a cyber-attack and there will be no cargo movement until the system is restored.”

Transnet’s official website was down on the 22nd displaying an error message.

Source: Época Negócios

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