The Graz 99ers, a hockey team from Graz, Austria, were victims of a cyberattack. The team confirmed the attack through its General Manager, Bernd Vollmann, in a statement to the Kleine Zeitung. However, the exact damage caused by the attack has not yet been determined.
The team has reported the incident to the police, and investigations are ongoing, with no further details available.
The cyberattack struck two weeks after the team’s season ended in disappointment. The 99ers were eliminated in the quarterfinals of the ICE Hockey League by the Black Wings. In a dramatic final game of the series, the 99ers lost the seventh and deciding match, marking a tough end to their season.
The attack on the team came at a particularly difficult time following their early playoff exit.
This cyberattack against the Graz 99ers adds a troubling layer to their already difficult season. The team had hoped for a better result after their loss to the Black Wings but now faces unexpected challenges. With the police investigation underway, the 99ers have yet to comment on the nature of the attack or the potential loss of data or resources. The attack leaves the team grappling with both a sports and cybersecurity setback.
Meanwhile, the other teams in the league continue to fight for the championship title. Linz, who lost to the KAC in the semifinals, faces a tough defeat. The KAC will compete with Salzburg for the league’s top prize starting this Friday. For the Graz 99ers, the recovery from the cyberattack will likely be a lengthy and complex process.
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