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Mattatuck Industrial Scrap Metal Data Breach

▼ Key takeaways

•Reports suggest a potential breach involving Mattatuck Industrial Scrap Metal.
•Discovered on July 1, 2026.
•Confirmation level: Based on reports.

Detailed summary

A Qilin ransomware attack affected Mattatuck Industrial Scrap Metal, reported on January 7, 2025. This incident was identified through a cybersecurity news feed, but no official statement from the company is available, and there are no reported details for a 2026 breach.

The specific types of data exposed, the number of individuals affected, and the states impacted by this breach remain undisclosed. There is no information confirming the involvement of SSN, medical, or financial data. Additionally, no attorney general filings or official breach notification letters have been publicly documented.

Details can still emerge, and official notices may be delayed.

Company Response Timeline

Breach Occurred

Jan 7, 2025

Company Discovered

Unknown

Regulator Notified

Unknown

Consumers Notified

Unknown

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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