Ransomware Rampage: Manpower’s Data Breach Leaves 140,000 in Lansing Reeling

Manpower of Lansing, Michigan, revealed a data breach affecting 140,000 individuals after a ransomware attack. The cybercriminals accessed its network, swiping personal details. In response, free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services are being offered. Meanwhile, RansomHub’s silence since April suggests its members may have joined DragonForce.

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Looks like Manpower of Lansing, Michigan, needs some manpower to clean up this massive data breach mess! When your staffing agency gets hacked, maybe the hackers are just trying to fill cybersecurity job openings with themselves?

Key Points:

  • The data breach affects approximately 140,000 individuals.
  • Hackers had access to Manpower’s systems from December 29, 2024, to January 12, 2025.
  • Details of 144,180 people were compromised, according to the Maine Attorney General.
  • RansomHub ransomware group claimed responsibility, boasting about 500 Gb of stolen data.
  • RansomHub’s website has been silent since April, with possible absorption by DragonForce group.

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