British Museum 'running as normal' after alleged IT attack by former employee

The British Museum has reopened all galleries after an unauthorized entry by a dismissed contractor led to an IT shutdown. This contractor was able to disrupt operations by shutting down several systems, including the ticketing platform. The museum temporarily closed some exhibitions in response to the incident, which included police involvement and an arrest for burglary and criminal damage. The situation underscores the necessity for museums and other organizations to enhance their cybersecurity and identity management protocols to prevent future similar attacks.

The British Museum's galleries have reopened following an IT shutdown caused by a disgruntled former employee, highlighting vulnerabilities to cyber attacks in cultural institutions.

The incident underscores the necessity for organizations to strictly manage identities and privileges to prevent unauthorized access when employees are terminated.

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