Nike Investigates Possible Cyberattack
Nike says it is investigating a potential data breach after a cyberattack group claimed to have leaked 1.4 terabytes of its data. The company stressed that consumer privacy and data security remain a top priority.
Hacker Claims and Verification
The ransomware group, World Leaks, posted about the alleged data leak online. Reuters could not verify the claim or download the data. Nike has not confirmed whether a ransom was requested or paid.
Impact on Business and Partners
Nike is navigating a challenging period as it tries to regain market dominance amid rising competition. It is unclear if the breach affected large wholesale partners like Dick’s, Macy’s, or JD Sports. None of these retailers commented immediately.
Broader Corporate Risks
Recent years have shown how damaging data breaches can be. MGM Resorts, Clorox, and UnitedHealth Group all suffered major cyberattacks in 2023 and 2024, with losses ranging from tens to hundreds of millions of dollars.
