A recent cyberattack targeting MGM Resorts has left guests with a losing hand.
In addition to a potential breach of personal data, hotel and casino visitors had to contend with widespread interruptions since last week, ranging from inoperable digital keys to blank slot machines.
Days after MGM first reported a “cybersecurity issue” on Sept. 11, Caesars Entertainment acknowledged it had suffered an infiltration on Sept. 7 in a report to the Securities and Exchange Commission. According to reports by the Wall Street Journal and CNBC, Caesars paid roughly $15 million to hackers who had stolen data from the company’s loyalty program.
MGM, which has properties around the world, including more than a dozen on the Las Vegas Strip, told the Associated Press it suspended online operations to protect its proprietary information. MGM did not respond to requests for comment from The Washington Post. The FBI confirmed to The Post it is investigating the incident. The Nevada Gaming Control Board said it is “monitoring” the incident and is in contact with MGM executives and law enforcement agencies.
