Okada Manila sparks speculations that it is hacked

The casino industry is becoming more and more concerned that Okada Manila was hacked.

Approximately five days ago, there were a lot of electronic gaming machines on the property’s gaming floor that were being shut down, which prompted concerns.

Although Okada Manila acknowledged experiencing “”technical issues”” with its IT systems, the company has not formally stated whether there was a hack.

Cyberattacks on major US casino operators Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts are only two examples of similar occurrences that have happened at other integrated resorts throughout the world. These attacks affected hotel reservation systems, gambling floors, and other important operations.

Notably, Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands said this week that a third party had unlawfully obtained the personal information of some 665,000 members of its shopping rewards program.

Aristocrat, a well-known supplier to the industry, was also the victim of a breach earlier in June that led to the extraction and, in some cases, disclosure of personal data on its workers.

The growing number of these incursions emphasizes the need for gaming companies throughout the globe to strengthen their disaster preparedness and pay more attention to safeguarding their IT systems.

As these incidents become more frequent, the industry may see a concerted effort by hackers to target gaming companies, leading to a general need for improved cybersecurity protections.

Original story by: IAG