Victoria’s Secret has confirmed it is dealing with a security incident that has disrupted its website and online ordering systems since Monday. In a brief announcement published on its homepage Wednesday, the popular fashion retailer stated it swiftly activated its cybersecurity response protocols, enlisted third-party specialists, and proactively took down both its online site and selected in-store services as a precautionary measure.
Users started experiencing difficulties accessing the website earlier in the week, prompting widespread reports of service outages. A spokesperson for Victoria’s Secret emphasized that the company’s physical retail locations are continuing their operations, despite the disruption affecting the digital side of its business.
While the spokesperson did not offer further details regarding the precise nature of the cybersecurity issue, they assured that the company is working diligently to restore normal operations quickly and securely.
In reaction to the news of the incident, shares of Victoria’s Secret fell approximately 7% by market close.
