Lee Enterprises Cyberattack: 40,000 People Breached, Free Credit Monitoring Offered!
Lee Enterprises faced a cyberattack affecting 39,779 individuals, with attackers stealing data, including names and Social Security numbers. The Qilin ransomware gang took credit, but it’s uncertain if the data has been leaked. Affected individuals get free credit monitoring, and Lee Enterprises reports no evidence of data misuse.
Hot Take:
Looks like Lee Enterprises had a little too much “Qilin” on the menu this February. Who knew a media company could become the headline in its own publications thanks to a ransomware party-crasher? With nearly 40,000 individuals impacted, it seems like Lee Enterprises is starring in its very own cyber-thriller. But hey, at least they’re offering a year-long subscription to credit monitoring — because who needs Netflix when you can watch your identity?
Key Points:
- Lee Enterprises faced a cyberattack in February, resulting in a data breach.
- The breach impacted nearly 40,000 individuals, compromising personal data.
- Ransomware gang Qilin claimed responsibility, threatening to leak stolen data.
- 12 months of free credit monitoring is offered to affected individuals.
- No evidence has emerged of misuse of the stolen data.