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ILLUMINA - Data uploaded Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving ILLUMINA - Data uploaded.
•Discovered on March 15, 2026.
•Possible data exposed: genetic research data.
•Confirmation level: Based on reports.

Detailed summary

On March 15, 2026, Illumina Inc., a genomics company, was claimed as a data breach victim by the Coinbasecartel ransomware group, who uploaded data to their leak site. This claim was discovered via ransomware.live, indicating data related to genetic studies and research outcomes may have been exposed. At this time, it has not been confirmed by Illumina Inc. or regulatory bodies.

While infostealer activity detected by HudsonRock indicated compromised employee and user credentials, specific data types such as SSN, medical, or financial information have not been confirmed as exposed. The number of affected individuals and the specific states impacted remain unclear, as no official notifications or statements from the company have been found.

Details about this incident may emerge as the situation develops, and official notifications may be delayed.

Data possibly involved

genetic research data

Company Response Timeline

Breach Occurred

Mar 15, 2026

Company Discovered

Mar 15, 2026

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Unknown

0 days to discover

Breach Verification Status

Reports Only

Current

Initial dark web reports of potential breach

Company Confirmed

Company has acknowledged the breach

Regulator Confirmed

Confirmed by regulatory authorities

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Case Status:

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We're monitoring this situation for developments.

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