PremiumTrust Bank, a Nigerian commercial bank, has reassured its customers of the maximum security of their funds after an attempted cyberattack on the bank was foiled by a law enforcement agency.
The bank said in a statement that the swift detection of the breach proves that its system functions precisely as intended, detecting, blocking, and escalating threats without compromising customer trust or data.
“In light of the recent release issued by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) concerning an attempted cyberattack by some unscrupulous elements, PremiumTrust Bank wishes to reassure our valued customers, stakeholders, and the general banking public that our security architecture remains resilient,” the bank said.
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“The attempt to gain unauthorised access to our database and infrastructure was swiftly detected and completely neutralised by our Internal Information Security and IT Surveillance Teams through real-time monitoring and advanced security protocols,” it added.
The bank revealed that the culprits are now facing trial at the Federal High Court, Lagos, as they were prevented from executing their “malicious plan”, underscoring the effectiveness, vigilance, and sophistication of PremiumTrust Bank’s cybersecurity framework.
The EFCC Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, on Tuesday, arraigned two employees of the bank, namely, Kehinde Odeyemi and Matthew Adeniyi Damilola, before Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos.
They were arraigned alongside three others, Samson Latshin Dakup, Bolaji Omotosho Yinka, and Sunday Badeniyi Okunola, on a seven-count charge bordering on conspiracy to steal.
According to the EFCC, the defendants allegedly attempted to manipulate the bank’s server and domain credentials in an effort to gain unauthorised access to its database and steal customer funds. The commission said the planned fraudulent activity was intercepted before any loss occurred.
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PremiumTrust Bank has, however, lauded the EFCC for its swift and highly professional response in not only foiling the cyberattack but also diligently tracking down the syndicate and their collaborators.
“We deeply value the Commission’s unwavering commitment towards safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s financial system.
“We remain unwavering in our duty to protect customers’ data and deposits, using a world-class, multilayered security infrastructure,” the bank said.
The lender encouraged customers to practice safe digital banking habits and remain vigilant even as it continues to invest in innovative cybersecurity solutions to prevent breaches.
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