On November 24, a group of hackers, allegedly backed by the North Korean government, launched a cyber attack on Sony Corporation’s computers in the U.S., stealing a trove of sensitive data including confidential emails, business plans, and personal details.
In the short term, the attack reportedly cost approximately $100 million to investigate, to repair or replace computers, and to take measures to prevent future attacks.[1] But it is likely to cost Sony much more—including in potential lawsuits over stolen information—in the long run, besides denting its credibility.