Hackers Steal Okta’s Source Code from Compromised GitHub Repositories

Okta, a Leading Identity and Access Management Solutions Provider, Suffers Data Breach as Hackers Steal Source Code from Private GitHub

Okta, a leading provider of authentication services and Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, recently confirmed that its private GitHub repositories were hacked and source code was stolen. In a confidential email notification sent to its security contacts, the company assured customers that their personal data was not impacted by the security incident.

According to sources who have received the email notification, the hack was discovered and promptly addressed by Okta’s security team. An investigation is currently underway to determine the full extent of the breach and identify the responsible parties.

Okta stated that it is taking all necessary measures to secure its systems and prevent future attacks. The company has also notified law enforcement and is working with third-party cybersecurity experts to assess the situation and assist with the investigation.

While the source code theft is certainly a concern, Okta’s assurance that customer data remains unaffected is a reassuring sign for the company’s millions of users. The company has not disclosed any further details about the breach at this time and it is unclear how the hackers were able to access the GitHub repositories.

Regardless, Okta is reminding customers to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activity or potential security incidents to the company as soon as possible. It is also advising users to enable two-factor authentication for added security.