Kraken hit by network compromise linked to criminal group
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Kraken disclosed that a criminal group is extorting the exchange after an insider threat exposed limited customer support data tied to about 2,000 accounts. The company said its systems were never breached and client funds were never at risk, but the blackmail attempt creates ongoing risk around internal videos and customer information. Kraken revoked access, investigated the support-system compromise, and said it will not pay or negotiate. The exchange is also coordinating with federal law enforcement as it works to identify everyone involved.
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15.04.2026 00:58 2 articles · 1mo ago
Kraken discloses extortion tied to insider access
Initial DisclosureKraken disclosed that a cybercrime group was extorting the exchange with threats to release videos of internal systems showing client data. The company said the case involved an insider threat, with two instances of improper access to limited customer support data by support employees, that about 2,000 accounts were affected, and that client funds were never at risk. Kraken revoked access, launched investigations, strengthened controls, notified affected users when exposure was identified, and said it will not pay or negotiate while working with federal law enforcement to pursue prosecution.
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- Crypto-exchange Kraken extorted by hackers after insider breach — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.04.2026 00:58
- Crypto-exchange Kraken extorted by hackers after insider breach — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.04.2026 00:58