Colt Confirms Customer Data Breach Following Ransomware Attack: Key Details Revealed
Colt Technology Services has confirmed that customer data was compromised in a sophisticated cyber attack that began on August 12, 2025. The company disclosed that threat actors accessed sensitive files containing customer information and subsequently posted document titles on the dark web. This prompted immediate containment measures and notification to law enforcement. The ransomware attack specifically targeted Colt’s business support systems, which the company emphasised remain segregated from customer infrastructure networks. Upon detection at approximately 11:00 AM BST on August 12, Colt activated its major incident response protocol and engaged external forensic investigators to assess the breach’s scope. The threat actors successfully exfiltrated files from Colt’s systems before publishing the document titles on dark web forums, a common tactic used by ransomware groups to pressure victims into paying demands. To assist affected customers, Colt established a dedicated call centre where they can request lists of specific filenames posted online.
As a precautionary measure, Colt proactively disabled multiple critical systems, including the Colt Online customer portal, Number Hosting APIs, and Colt On Demand Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform. The company also suspended its Voice On Demand services and temporarily halted new service ordering capabilities to prevent further unauthorised access. Colt’s incident response team implemented comprehensive containment protocols, including enhanced access controls, improved detection capabilities, and strengthened security visibility across their infrastructure. The company promptly notified the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and law enforcement agencies to ensure regulatory compliance and leverage external expertise in the investigation. Specialist third-party investigation and forensic teams have been deployed to work around the clock to determine the full extent of the data compromise. While customer-facing network services remain operational due to the segregated architecture, automated business processes have been temporarily suspended, resulting in extended response times for customer inquiries and service requests. Colt has assured customers that authentication systems remain secure due to the architectural separation between business support and customer infrastructure environments. The company continues to provide customer support through dedicated phone lines and email channels across multiple regions, including the UK, France, and Germany, while working to restore full service.
Categories: Cybersecurity Incident, Customer Data Breach, Incident Response Measures
Tags: Colt Technology Services, Cyber Attack, Customer Data, Dark Web, Ransomware, Incident Response, Forensics, Security Measures, Network Segregation, Regulatory Compliance