CTO of Marks & Spencer resigns after cyberattack
300 million pounds of damage caused by cyber attack on British retail chain: CTO Rachel Higham takes the consequences and leaves Marks & Spencer.
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The CTO of Marks & Spencer is resigning and leaving the British company after the retail chain was the target of an attack by the cyber gang "Scattered Spider" a few months ago. This was reported by Reuters. Sacha Berendji will succeed her as head of technology. Rachel Higham had only held the position since June 2024.
Marks & Spencer has estimated the damage caused by the cyber attack at 300 million pounds and hopes to contain the loss through insurance payments and cost savings, according to reports.
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Meanwhile, four people suspected of being connected to the Scattered Spider group have been arrested. They are suspected of having carried out the attacks.
From store to digital
According to the report, Sacha Berendji, a veteran of the company, will take over as CTO until the role of technical and digital director at Marks & Spencer is filled. He is currently responsible for real estate and store development.
Marks & Spencer writes that Higham has decided to take a break and leave the company. She has been a valuable member of the management team. Her calm and level-headed manner in difficult times was also praised.
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