Data breach alert: Hackers claim 1bn Salesforce records stolen via UK retailer attacks – Who they are, what’s at risk?

Cybercriminals linked to a wave of ransomware incidents targeting British retailers have claimed responsibility for stealing almost one billion records from US cloud technology giant Salesforce. The group, calling itself Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters, told Reuters on Friday that it had obtained vast troves of personal information by exploiting companies that rely on Salesforce software.

Who are the hackers?

The group, an apparent offshoot of the wider LAPSUS$ cybercrime network, said it was behind recent breaches at Marks & Spencer, the Co-op and Jaguar…