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2622279 - Fancy Bear (APT28) cyber attacks | SAP SuccessFactors considerations

Symptom

  • We would like be made aware of any threats against 'APT28' in our SuccessFactors environments;
  • Does Fancy Bear Group represents any risk to SuccessFactors?
  • Has any SuccessFactors data leaked or broken by APT28 attacks?

Environment

SAP SuccessFactors HXM Suite

Resolution

  • SAP and its subsidiaries are aware of recent publications with regards to a group known as “APT28” (also known as Fancy Bear, Pawn Storm, Sednit, Sofacy Group, and STRONTIUM).
  • In light of heightened IT cybersecurity threats, SAP is focusing on safeguarding the integrity and security of its customers’ business operations and information. Currently, we have no evidence that any SAP managed services are affected by the “APT28” threat but we will continue to thoroughly investigate the issue.
  • In case SAP discovers a Security Breach caused by this threat, SAP will notify affected customers without delay and in accordance with the contractually agreed processes.
  • Further information on security at SAP can be found at: https://www.sap.com/security

Keywords

Cyber, Attack, Security,  APT28, Fancy Bear, Pawn Storm, Sednit, Sofacy Group, STRONTIUM , KBA , LOD-SF-PLT-SEC , Security Reports , LOD-SF-PLT , Platform Foundational Capabilities , How To

Product

SAP SuccessFactors HCM Suite all versions