EquiLend, a prominent Wall Street firm facilitating trillions of dollars in securities transactions monthly, experienced a cyberattack, disrupting some systems. The company anticipates several days for full-service restoration.
EquiLend spokesperson Christopher Gohlke disclosed a technical issue identified, leading to unauthorized access in a cybersecurity incident. Immediate measures were taken to secure systems, and an ongoing investigation involves collaboration with external cybersecurity firms. The impact on financial markets remains unclear, with government agencies yet to comment.
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