Promptly after detecting the issue, we quickly began an investigation with assistance from leading external cybersecurity experts. 'MGM Resorts recently identified a cybersecurity issue affecting some of the company’s systems. The company issued a statement on social media saying: MGM Resorts International are not revealing a lot of details about the security breach. 'They are complex IT environments, and you particularly look at a casino and the digital operations involved for surveillance, online gaming, as well as the hospitality section.' 'Hotels, and casinos are prime targets for cyber criminals - they are very data-rich,' he said.