Volkswagen allegedly hacked in ransomware attack as 8Base claims data leak

Volkswagen Group is investigating claims from the 8Base ransomware group, which asserts it has stolen sensitive company data.

While the German automaker has stated that its core IT systems are secure, its response leaves open the possibility of a breach through a third-party supplier, raising concerns about the full extent of the incident.

The 8Base ransomware gang, which became prominent in early 2023, announced on September 23, 2024, that it had breached one of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers.

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