Security News > 2024 > February > ALPHV ransomware claims loanDepot, Prudential Financial breaches
The ALPHV/Blackcat ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for the recent network breaches of Fortune 500 company Prudential Financial and mortgage lender loanDepot.
LoanDepot revealed on January 22 that at least 16.6 million people had their personal information stolen in the ransomware attack they confirmed on January 8, two days after disclosing it as a "Cyber incident" on January 6.
An additional $5 million reward is offered for information on individuals linked to or attempting to participate in ALPHV ransomware attacks.
ALPHV surfaced in November 2021 and is believed to be a rebrand of the DarkSide and BlackMatter ransomware operations.
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