Cloudflare denies hosting sites involved in Star Health data breach
In light of the recent data breach, Star Health has managed to snag a temporary injunction from a Tamil Nadu court. The order mandates Telegram and xenZen to block any chatbots or websites in India, that are sharing this data online. This legal move is part of Star Health's strategy to shield its customers' data from further leaks.
Star Health’s data breach highlights growing cyber risks in insurance industry
In August 2024, the company experienced a major breach in which hackers exploited Telegram chatbots to leak sensitive information from over 31 million customers.
Hacker selling 7 TB of Star Health Insurance’s customer data using Telegram
The data is available for free in small portions, while bulk data — amounting to 7.24 terabytes — is being offered for sale, according to a hacker using the alias “xenZen.”
Telegram Lands In More Trouble, Faces Lawsuit From Star Health Insurance Over Customer Data Breach
Telegram’s woes seem far from over as one of the nation’s most prominent health insurance providers, Star Health, has filed a lawsuit against the messaging app Telegram and an alleged hacker after reports surfaced of customer data being leaked via chatbots on the platform.
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Exclusive: Hacker uses Telegram chatbots to leak data of top Indian insurer Star Health
The use of chatbots to sell stolen data demonstrates the difficulty the app has in preventing nefarious agents taking advantage of its technology.
Star Health Insurance Faces Allegations of Data Breach Affecting Over 3.1 Crore Customers
A UK researcher alleges that a Star Health Insurance official sold personal data of over 3.1 crore customers, raising concerns about data security.
Indian insurer Star Health’s data hacked via Telegram chatbots
Star Health’s initial assessment suggested there was "no widespread compromise", while "sensitive customer data remains secure".
Star Health Hit By Massive Data Breach, Millions Of Customers' Data Leaked On Telegram: Report
Customer data from India’s largest health insurer, Star Health, has reportedly been leaked and made publicly available through chatbots on Telegram. This incident comes on the heels of accusations against the messaging app’s founder for aiding criminal activities.
Star Health begins investigation after hackers leak 7TB customer data
The leaked information included full names, phone numbers, home addresses, medical reports, and insurance claims of policyholders. Copies of ID cards and tax details were also among the leaked data. The breach was first reported by Reuters after discovering the Telegram chatbots leaking alleged Star Health customer data.
India's Star Health sues Telegram after hacker uses app's chatbots to leak data
By Munsif Vengattil and Aditya Kalra BENGALURU (Reuters) -Top Indian insurer Star Health has sued Telegram and a self-styled hacker after Reuters reported that the hacker was using chatbots on the messaging app to leak personal data and medical reports of policy holders.
India’s Star Health says it’s investigating after hacker posts stolen medical data
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