Charities remain locked out of CAF Bank online accounts
CAF Bank has suspended online banking for its 14,000 UK charity customers due to a security vulnerability. The bank says it detected attempted fraud and is working with suppliers and external experts to fix the issue, but no restoration timetable has been set. The outage is affecting payroll and other payments, causing concern among charities.
- ▪A week after the online banking shutdown, CAF Bank still has not provided a date for restoring access for its 14,000 charity customers.
- ▪The bank identified a previously unknown vulnerability in the connection between its systems and third‑party software, prompting it to halt services to prevent fraud.
- ▪Technical teams are working around the clock with external experts, but the core banking system remains operational while the online service remains offline.
- ▪Charity leaders report difficulties paying staff and suppliers, with some losing trust in the bank.
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