Cyber attackers targeting online menus, expert warns

Cyber criminals have infected online menus in popular restaurants in a bid to obtain information about large corporations, a US security expert said.

It is known as “watering hole” hacking and involves planting a bug on a website popular with employees — such as an eatery near a major office.

Chris Furlow works with companies around the world to help them focus on cyber-risk and called for better international co-operation to track down criminals.