Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has reportedly fallen victim to another cyberattack. This marks the second such incident in 2024, with hackers allegedly compromising sensitive internal communications and employee information. The AMD cyberattack has been linked to criminal groups IntelBroker and EnergyWeaponUser, who are now offering the stolen data for sale on dark web marketplaces.
The second alleged cyberattack on AMD, as reported by Firstpost, has resulted in the theft of a range of sensitive data, including user credentials, internal resolutions, and detailed case descriptions.
Details of the Latest AMD Cyberattack
This latest AMD cyberattack follows an earlier breach in June 2024, when IntelBroker claimed responsibility for a massive data leak from AMD. That AMD data breach, also disclosed on BreachForums, saw details of the intrusion and multiple data samples shared on the notorious dark web forum.
In response to previous claims, AMD had issued a statement indicating that it is actively investigating the alleged breach. “We are working diligently to understand the implications of the reported breach and will provide updates as soon as we can,” AMD told Reuters.
The data purportedly stolen in this latest cyberattack on AMD has surfaced on BreachForums, a dark web marketplace known for hosting and selling stolen data. The listing describes the data as originating from various sources, further complicating efforts to ascertain the full scope of the breach.
IntelBroker’s Track Record
IntelBroker, the group that has claimed responsibility for both the current and previous attacks on AMD, has been linked to several high-profile breaches in recent months.
In July 2024, The Cyber Express reported that IntelBroker had allegedly leaked a substantial amount of data from Cognizant Technology Solutions. This leak reportedly included a document with 12 million lines from Cognizant’s internal website and user data from the company’s Oracle Insurance Policy Admin System (OIPA), a cloud-based DevOps solution.
However, following inquiries by The Cyber Express, a spokesperson from Cognizant confirmed that their investigation revealed the leaked data involved a cloud-based testing environment containing fictional test data, rather than sensitive real-world information.
Awaiting Confirmation from AMD on Second Cyberattack
As of now, The Cyber Express Team has reached out to AMD officials for further verification of the current alleged data breach claims. Unfortunately, no response has been received, leaving the situation in a state of uncertainty. The absence of confirmation from AMD has left many questions unanswered about the potential impact of the cyberattack on AMD and the security measures in place to address it.
The recurring alleged cyberattacks on AMD highlight a growing trend of cyberattacks targeting major technology firms. The repeated involvement of IntelBroker highlights the persistent threat posed by cybercriminal organizations, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures and vigilance.
As the situation develops, The Cyber Express will continue to monitor the incident closely, providing updates as more information becomes available.