TCS clears its name in M&S data breach
The firm says none of its systems or users were compromised in the M&S cyberattack.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has publicly denied any involvement in the cyberattack that disrupted Marks & Spencer earlier this year. The attack, described as highly sophisticated, led to significant data theft and weeks-long disruption of online operations.
During the company’s annual shareholder meeting, TCS independent director Keki Mistry confirmed that none of the company’s systems or users were compromised. He said TCS is not under investigation by M&S and assured shareholders no other clients were affected.
TCS has worked with M&S for more than a decade and was awarded a $1bn contract in 2023 to overhaul the retailer’s supply chain systems. Although TCS reviewed its systems, Mistry’s comments suggest the breach did not stem from its infrastructure.
The retailer has not responded to TCS’s latest remarks but earlier stated it hopes to fully restore its online services by July.
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