Edinburgh Waverley targeted with terrorism message in 'cyber security incident'

Edinburgh Waverley was one of 20 stations affected
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An investigation is underway after twenty stations across the UK, including Edinburgh Waverley, were hacked in a "cyber security incident".

The incident happened on Wednesday night, with the Wi-Fi providers at all stations hacked. Users looking to log on to the service were met with a webpage, seen by the Manchester Evening News, which read 'We love you, Europe'.

The page also contains information about terror incidents in the UK and abroad and appears to have anti-Islamic message.

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The cyber incident hit Manchester Piccadilly station, among others across the UK, with 11 targeted in London, including Euston and Victoria.

Other stations hit by the hack are Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, Leeds City, Liverpool Lime Street, Bristol Temple Meads, Edinburgh Waverley, Reading, Guildford.

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The Manchester Evening News understands British Transport Police are also investigating the issue. Network Rail confirmed the Wi-Fi services were suspended as enquiries take place.

A Network Rail spokesperson said: “We are currently dealing with a cyber security incident affecting the public Wi-Fi at Network Rail’s managed stations. This service is provided via a third party and has been suspended while an investigation is underway.”

British Transport Police have been contacted for a comment.