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Fota Wildlife Park has provided an update following the recent cyber attack that has compromised the financial data of customers who made online transactions between 12 May 2024 and 27 August 2024. The park confirmed today via their social media channels that they are actively investigating the incident in collaboration with the relevant authorities.

The park has begun notifying impacted customers directly and urges those who made online purchases during the affected period to contact their banks to cancel their credit or debit cards. It is important to note that this breach only pertains to transactions carried out on Fota Wildlife Park’s website and does not affect any purchases made in person at the park itself.

Fota Wildlife Park has expressed its appreciation for the public’s patience and support during this difficult time. They have assured customers that all necessary steps are being taken to address the situation and prevent any further security breaches.

For any queries related to the cyber attack, customers are advised to contact Fota Wildlife Park directly via email at<a href=”mailto:[email protected]”> [email protected]</a>.

Statement posted by Fota Wildlife Park:

Fota Island Resort Clarifies No Impact from Cyber Attack

Fota Island Resort has issued a statement in response to the recent reports of a cyber attack at Fota Wildlife Park. The resort emphasised that, while they work closely with Fota Wildlife Park, the two are entirely separate and independent businesses. Fota Island Resort assured its guests that no cyber attack has occurred at their facility and that no customer data has been compromised. This includes any bookings made for the Fota Wildlife Park package through the resort’s website, as all such bookings are managed internally, ensuring the security of credit card information.