Collection of Security Breaches
On this page, you'll find a collection of data about known security breaches and insider threats.
| Year | Category ↑ | Short Description | Title | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Cryptocurrency Theft | In May 2024, the Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin was hacked, resulting in the theft of over $300 million worth of Bitcoin. | DMM Bitcoin Exchange Hack | Link |
| 2018 | Cryptocurrency Theft | Multiple South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges, including Coinrail and Bithumb, suffered cyber attacks resulting in the theft of digital assets worth millions of dollars. | Cryptocurrency Exchange Hacks | Link |
| 2024 | Cryptocurrency Theft | North Korean hackers stole $41.5 million worth of Ethereum from a South Korean cryptocurrency exchange. | North Korean Ethereum Heist | Link |
| 2023 | Cyber Attack | In September 2023, the International Criminal Court in The Hague experienced a cyber attack, resulting in the theft of sensitive documents. | International Criminal Court Cyber Attack | Link |
| 2014 | Cyber Attack | A cyber attack led to the release of confidential data, including employee information, emails, and unreleased films, causing significant operational disruption. | Sony Pictures Entertainment Hack | Link |
| 2021 | Cyber Attack | Germany accused Chinese state actors of a cyber attack on its Federal Office for Cartography and Geodesy, potentially compromising sensitive information vital to critical infrastructure protection. | Federal Office for Cartography and Geodesy Breach | Link |
| 2023 | Cyber Attack | A cyber attack affected 12 Norwegian government ministries, disrupting services and compromising data. | Government Ministries Cyber Attack | Link |
| 2024 | Cybercrime / Cryptocurrency Theft | North Korean state-sponsored hackers stole approximately $1.34 billion worth of cryptocurrency in 2024. This highlights the ongoing use of cybercrime to fund the nation's activities amidst global sanctions. | North Korean Hackers Steal $1.34 Billion in Cryptocurrency in 2024 | Link |
| 2019 | Cybercrime Hosting | German authorities raided a former NATO bunker in Traben-Trarbach, which operated as CyberBunker, an internet service provider hosting illegal activities, including dark web marketplaces and botnet operations. Seven individuals were arrested. | CyberBunker Takedown | Link |
| 2024 | Cybercrime / Malware Operation | A key operator of the Raccoon Infostealer malware was sentenced to 60 months in prison. The malware was used to steal sensitive information from thousands of victims worldwide, causing significant financial damage. | Raccoon Infostealer Operator Sentenced to 60 Months in Prison for Cybercrime | Link |