There is still no data to confirm that it is happening, but what is known is that Telefónica is advising its employees to disconnect from the internal network and not use their computers. They are even alerting data centers. It is said that could have been affected by a massive Ransomware attack.
According to rumors, the problem could also be affecting BBVA, Santander and even Vodafone and Capgemini.
Social networks they are burning with the news, although nothing has been confirmed yet.
Telefónica asks its workers to turn off their computers
URGENT: TURN OFF YOUR COMPUTER NOW
The Security team has detected malware entering the Telefónica network that affects your data and files. Please notify all your colleagues of this situation.
Turn off the computer now and do not turn it on again until further notice (*).
We will send you an email that you can read through your mobile when the situation is normalized. In addition, we will inform you at the entrances of the buildings about access to the network.
If you have any questions, contact the Help Desk (29000)
(*) Disconnect the mobile from the WiFi network but you do not have to turn it off
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