Cornwell Tools Data Breach: Over 100,000 Impacted in Ransomware Comedy of Errors
Cornwell Quality Tools has informed authorities of a data breach affecting over 100,000 people. Hackers accessed names, Social Security numbers, and more. The Cactus ransomware group claimed responsibility, but has since gone silent. Cornwell, known for tools and storage, isn’t new to this; they previously faced a similar attack impacting 11,000 individuals.
Hot Take:
Looks like Cornwell Quality Tools might want to add some cybersecurity tools to their next product line. After all, what’s a good wrench without a secure bolt?
Key Points:
- Over 100,000 individuals affected by the data breach.
- Hackers accessed the systems in December 2024.
- Sensitive information such as Social Security numbers and financial data potentially compromised.
- Cactus ransomware group claims responsibility for the February attack.
- Cornwell was previously attacked by the Hive ransomware group in 2022.
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