MGM Resorts International confirms cybersecurity issue

(PRESS RELEASE) -- MGM Resorts International today issued the following statement regarding its cybersecurity issue.

"MGM Resorts recently identified a cybersecurity issue affecting certain of the company's systems. Promptly after detecting the issue, we began an investigation with assistance from leading external cybersecurity experts. We also notified law enforcement and are taking steps to protect our systems and data, including shutting down certain systems. Our investigation is ongoing, and we are working diligently to resolve the matter. The company will continue to implement measures to secure its business operations and take additional steps as appropriate."