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    Graham County Electric Cooperative Data Breach

    Key takeaways

    • Reports suggest a potential breach involving Graham County Electric Cooperative.
    • Discovered on March 6, 2026.
    • Affects individuals in: North Carolina.
    • Confirmation level: Based on reports.

    Detailed summary

    Graham County Electric Cooperative, an electric utility cooperative, was reportedly impacted by a ransomware attack attributed to the Dragonforce group around March 6, 2026. This incident was identified through ransomware trackers, but the company has not publicly confirmed the breach nor provided official statements.

    The specific number of individuals affected has not been reported, and the types of data exposed remain unclear. While some reports mention infostealer activity involving compromised user and third-party employee credentials, there is no public confirmation regarding the exposure of sensitive personal data such as SSN, medical, or financial information. The breach likely affects individuals in North Carolina, where the cooperative operates.

    Since this information is derived from ransomware tracking sites, further official details may emerge over time, including potential notifications to affected individuals.

    Breach Verification Status

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