Shortage of KP Nuts and Hula Hoops looms after cyber-attack
by Mark Sweney from Technology | The Guardian on (#5VQVW)
KP Snacks also warns of supply problems for McCoy's and Tyrrells crisps after ransomware attack hits IT systems
A cyber-attack targeting KP Snacks could lead to a shortage of some of Britain's most popular snacks including Hula Hoops, McCoy's and Tyrrells crisps, Butterkist, Skips, Nik Naks and KP Nuts.
The company has sent a letter to stores saying the ransomware attack, which has crippled its IT and communications systems, could lead to supply issues until the end of March at the earliest" as it cannot safely process orders or dispatch goods".
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