A COMPANY based in Furness is assessing the damage caused after it was targeted by hackers in a cyberattack.

Electricals manufacturer Bender UK confirmed it was the subject of a targeted attack and was investigating the impact.

But it said no data had been leaked as a result of the attack.

In an update following the so-called ransomware hack, the Ulverston-based company's managing director Gareth Brunton said: "We have discovered that unauthorised access has been gained to some of our operating systems.

"This includes a portion of our internal network storage. This data primarily consists of low-risk project and order processing information. 

"In addition, our Sage business management platform has also been accessed, which includes account, financial and banking data.

"We can advise that no data has been leaked. Our investigation is ongoing, and we continue to work closely with our company headquarters and cybersecurity experts who are handling the incident."

He told customers the company would keep them abreast of updates, adding: "We remain committed to full transparency and will immediately notify you of any significant developments.

"If you have concerns about potential financial impact, we recommend remaining vigilant and checking your bank statements for any suspicious activity or irregularities.

"If you have any further questions or queries, please email us and we will aim to respond within 48 hours.

"Please note that we do not intend to change our bank details. If you receive any communication that suggests our bank details have changed or encourage you to transfer money owed to us to a new bank account, please contact us via email.

"We appreciate your continued trust and understanding as we continue to work through this matter."

The Bender group, which has bases in Europe in the USA, said it was hit with the cyberattack on November 1.

It said new security measures has been brought in on its systems following the incident.

Bender UK announced this year it had secured a £100 million contract to provide critical power supply solutions for four advanced theatres at a new private hospital.

It unveiled a simulated operating theatre to showcase its technology at its base in Low Mill business park.