Volkswagen Allegedly Hacked: 8Base Claims Data Breach and Leak

The 8Base ransomware group claims to have breached Volkswagen, stealing sensitive data like invoices, financial records, and employee files, threatening to leak it. Volkswagen acknowledges an incident but states its core IT systems are unaffected, suggesting a possible third-party entry point.

8Base, linked to Phobos and dismantled in 2025, uses double-extortion tactics targeting SMBs. No data dump has occurred yet, but the breach could lead to GDPR fines if verified.

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Implement strong supply chain security, monitor third-party risks, and use encryption. This incident underscores the need for robust defenses against evolving ransomware threats.

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