Man Utd have ‘set the bar’ in their rapid response to cyber attack, says expert

Manchester United said on Friday night they were the victims of a cyber attack (Martin Rickett/PA)

Manchester United seem to be ahead of the curve in detecting computer hacking, according to a cyber security expert who urged the club to share details of the attack on their systems with Premier League rivals.

United confirmed on Friday evening they were victims of a hack described as “a sophisticated operation by organised cyber criminals” but are currently unaware of a breach of personal data associated with fans and customers.