The City of Seal Beach and Seal Beach Police Department, operating in the US, was affected by a ransomware attack attributed to the qilin threat group. The attack occurred on January 11, 2026, and was discovered on March 1, 2026. This information is based on a cybersecurity awareness blog post.
The specific types of data exposed, the number of individuals affected, and the states affected (beyond the implied California location) have not been publicly confirmed. Details regarding notifications to affected individuals, official breach notification letters, or statements from the City of Seal Beach are not available in the provided research. There is no information regarding class action lawsuits, MDL status, or if third-party vendors were involved.
More complete details may emerge as official investigations or public disclosures continue.