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Iranian Hackers Claim $400 Million Data Breach of Lockheed Martin

3/27/2026

Summary

Story summary

The pro-Iran hacktivist group APT Iran claims to have stolen 375 terabytes from Lockheed Martin, including F-35 blueprints, and threatens to sell the data for over $400 million.
Lockheed Martin acknowledged the claims but remains confident in its cybersecurity.
The Iranian hacking group Handala leaked personal information of Lockheed Martin engineers in Israel and threatened their safety.
The incidents highlight the growing sophistication of state-linked cyber threats amid geopolitical tensions.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the U.S. Department of Justice indicted five Chinese military members for hacking American companies like Westinghouse and Alcoa to steal trade secrets, highlighting the growing threat of state-sponsored cyber espionage. This trend continued with APT Iran's claims of stealing 375 terabytes from Lockheed Martin, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

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Story summary

The pro-Iran hacktivist group APT Iran claims to have stolen 375 terabytes from Lockheed Martin, including F-35 blueprints, and threatens to sell the data for over $400 million.
Lockheed Martin acknowledged the claims but remains confident in its cybersecurity.
The Iranian hacking group Handala leaked personal information of Lockheed Martin engineers in Israel and threatened their safety.
The incidents highlight the growing sophistication of state-linked cyber threats amid geopolitical tensions.

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