The hacker group then threatens to not only block the organisation accessing it, but to publish the sensitive data. The information on NSW Labor members obtained by the group allegedly includes contracts, licences, passports and employee information. The hacker group gave NSW Labor 10 days to pay, and the party informed members last night as the deadline drew close that their data may end up online. ”Despite our concerted efforts, there is a possibility that data held by NSW Labor has been compromised and may be leaked on Saturday morning. NSW Labor declined to comment further.

Source: The Guardian May 15, 2021 02:03 UTC