Krispy Kreme, a popular American doughnut and coffeehouse chain, has suffered a cyberattack that is disrupting its online ordering system in the United States. The attack was detected on November 29, 2024, and has caused disruptions to the company’s operations.
The company operates over 1,500 shops worldwide and employs 22,800 people. Krispy Kreme has also partnered with McDonald’s to offer its products in thousands of additional locations. Despite the disruption, customers can still place orders in person at shops globally.
Krispy Kreme has updated its website to inform customers that online ordering is currently unavailable due to a cybersecurity incident. The company has sought the help of leading cybersecurity experts and is working to contain and remediate the incident.
The scope and impact of the cyberattack are still being investigated, but it’s believed to have had a material effect on Krispy Kreme’s business. The company expects to incur costs associated with the attack, including fees for cybersecurity experts and advisors, as well as system restoration efforts.
Krispy Kreme’s stock price fell 2% after the news of the breach was announced, but no further details about the type of cyberattack or its motivations have been shared by the company.
Source: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/krispy-kreme-cyberattack-impacts-online-orders-and-operations