7 hours agoAustralian pension funds are hit by cyberattacks, theft of members' money
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(a year ago)A number of Australian pension funds have been hit by cyber attacks. Members of a fund lost $500,000 in their retirement savings. Members of the stressed fund have told him ABC News that they cannot access their accounts. There were 600 cyberattack attempts last month, understands ABC [...]
Members of the stressed fund have told him ABC News that they cannot access their accounts.
There were 600 cyberattack attempts last month, you know. ABC NewsWith four members who lost half a million dollars together, it broadcasts Periscope.
Members cannot be identified to account.
“Australian Super” confirmed Friday afternoon that members had attempted to access their accounts and that some accounts had no dollars.
Dozens of people have reported to ABC News that they cannot access their online pension accounts -- via apps, or it's hard to gain access.
“We are experiencing a high volume of traffic in our call center, the accounts of online members and the mobile application that is causing permanent disruption”, said in a statement.
“Although you may not be able to view your account, or you are looking at a $100 balance, your account is secure”.
This is a temporary situation and we are working hard to solve it as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience. ”
“Australian Super” is the largest pension fund in the country, with at least 3.5 million members and billions of dollars from their invested pensions. / P ERISCOPIA
