Manchester Piccadilly’s Wi-Fi system was compromised in a ‘cyber security incident’, sparking an immediate investigation after all 20 Network Rail-managed stations became targets.
Customers attempting to use the Wi-Fi were redirected to a webpage, which the Manchester Evening News has viewed. This page, titled ‘We love you, Europe,’ contains content on terror attacks within the UK and elsewhere, with discernible anti-Islamic undertones.
The cyber-attack struck various stations, including Manchester Piccadilly, while 11 London stations faced breaches, such as Euston and Victoria.
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Other affected locations include Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, Leeds City, Liverpool Lime Street, Bristol Temple Meads, Edinburgh Waverley, Reading, and Guildford.
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It is understood that the British Transport Police are investigating the issue. Meanwhile, Network Rail has shut down its public Wi-Fi services pending further inquiry.
A representative for Network Rail stated: “We are currently dealing with a cyber security incident affecting the public Wi-Fi at Network Rail’s managed stations. This service is provided via a third party and has been suspended while an investigation is underway.”