Lee Enterprises reports cyberattack Feb 3; threat contained, operations partly restored, $3.7M waiver

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc

Cyberattack on Feb 3 encrypted critical apps and exfiltrated files; threat contained, restoration ongoing.
Investigation into exfiltration of personally identifiable information continues; answer expected in weeks.
Incident likely to materially impact financial condition; insurance expected to reimburse costs above small retainer.
Lender BH Finance waived $3.7M in March interest and lease payments to provide short-term liquidity.
Products being produced/distributed but limited depth; back-office functions (billing, collections) delayed.

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