Banijay Group SAS

Banijay Group SAS, operating under the alias Banijay, is a French multinational production firm. Its core business revolves around creating and managing major entertainment brands and television programming. The company operates internationally, serving markets across multiple countries. A significant aspect of its structure is the acquisition of the Endemol Shine Group, integrating its networks and operations into Banijay's portfolio. This acquisition expanded its reach and content library significantly within the global entertainment production sector.

The company faced a significant cybersecurity incident impacting its operations. On November 27, 2020, Banijay was compromised in a ransomware attack that specifically affected networks associated with the acquired Endemol Shine Group. The DoppelPaymer ransomware gang claimed responsibility for the breach, which resulted in the potential exposure of personal data belonging to current and former employees alongside commercially sensitive company information. Attackers leveraged stolen credentials to deploy ransomware across systems located in the UK and the Netherlands. To substantiate their involvement, the gang leaked internal documents, including materials related to GDPR compliance. In response to the incident, Banijay engaged third-party security experts and notified relevant local authorities while its internal investigation remained ongoing at the time of initial reporting. This event underscores the persistent cybersecurity risks faced by large media enterprises holding valuable intellectual property and personal data.