Colt Technology Services, a major UK telecommunications provider is experiencing ongoing service disruptions following a cyberattack that began on August 12. The attack has affected several of its critical systems, including hosting, porting, the customer portal, and its Voice API platform.
In response to the breach, Colt has proactively taken several platforms offline. The company confirmed that the incident was detected on an internal system, which is separate from customer infrastructure. To ensure security, Colt implemented immediate protective measures and notified authorities.
Since the attack, Colt's IT teams have been working to restore automated monitoring and customer-facing services, though they are currently operating in a more manual capacity. The company has stated that customer data remains secure, with no confirmed reports of data loss or compromise.
Colt continues to provide customer support via email and phone, while also posting frequent updates. The company is collaborating with third-party cybersecurity experts and government authorities to investigate the breach and protect against future threats.
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