Recently, Boeing confirmed that it was looking into claims that it was the recent victim of a ransomware attack. According to one source, the LockBit Ransomware Gang added the aerospace giant to its victim list. In response to questions from reporters, Boeing acknowledged the reports and indicated that it is assessing the veracity of the hackers’ claims. If Boeing confirms that confidential consumer or employee data was leaked in a ransomware attack, the company will be required to send out data breach notification letters to all individuals whose information was affected by the recent data security incident.

If you receive a data breach notification from Boeing, it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. While there has not yet been a confirmed Boeing data breach, the company has acknowledged that hackers claim to have exfiltrated a significant amount of data from the company’s computer system. This could expose consumers or employees to an increased risk of identity theft and other frauds. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following a possible Boeing data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.

Was There a Cyberattack Against Boeing?

The recently announced ransomware attack against Boeing has not yet been confirmed, although the company has confirmed that it is looking into the hackers’ claims. Evidently, a representative from LockBit claims that the group was able to steal a “tremendous amount” of information from Boeing. LockBit also gave Boeing until November 2 to pay an undisclosed ransom.

At least initially, LockBit indicated that it is not leaking any data, giving Boeing time to respond. However, LockBit also stated that it will not continue to hold off leaking data if Boeing doesn’t cooperate with the group’s demands.

It’s too soon to tell if the Boeing cyberattack actually happened, let alone whether any employee or consumer data was leaked. However, if Boeing’s investigation confirms that confidential data was leaked, the company will be required under federal law to send data breach letters to all affected parties. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.

More Information About Boeing

Boeing is an aerospace and defense company based out of Arlington, Virginia. Boeing and its subsidiaries design, develop, manufacture, sell, service, and support commercial jetliners, military aircraft, satellites, missile defense, human space flight, and launch systems and services. Boeing employs more than 142,000 people and generates approximately $61 billion in annual revenue.