Criminals Leak 190 GB of Confidential Petrobras Data
TL;DR
On October 25, 2023, the Everest Group disclosed 190 GB of confidential Petrobras data collected illegally. The files are available for free download and contain sensitive information that could significantly impact the company.
On October 25, 2023, the Everest Group disclosed **190 GB** of confidential Petrobras data, collected illegally. The files were split into four volumes and are available for free download. The information was extracted using credentials belonging to the third-party company **SA Exploration**.
The data collection includes critical information such as **ship coordinates**, **OBN (Ocean Bottom Node) positions**, **DGPS (Differential Global Positioning System) accuracy data**, and detailed technical reports. It also includes **equipment metadata** and operational parameters that could be strategic for the industry.
Prior to the disclosure, the Everest Group warned about the potential damage such a leak could cause to Petrobras. According to the group, competing companies could analyze the data to gain a competitive advantage, understanding **operational configurations** and even replicating the business models used.
Impacts of the Leak on Business
Due to the technical nature of the leaked data, it is still not possible to determine the direct impact on Petrobras' operations. **TecMundo Security** attempted to contact the company to assess the risk associated with the incident but received no response by the time this edition was published.
Leaks of this magnitude are not only concerning in terms of internal accounting but also create **security gaps**. When confidential corporate data reaches the **Dark Web**, it is often used by criminals to enhance future fraud and attacks.
Furthermore, there is the risk of **corporate espionage**, a concern raised by the Everest Group itself. This type of attack involves the illicit acquisition of sensitive information from competitors, which can result in serious financial and strategic damages.
Recently, iFood also reported a case of **espionage** where it received several attempts to acquire confidential information targeted at its executives. This highlights that the issue of cybersecurity is broad and growing.
Regarding the Petrobras leak, the implications are still being analyzed. **TecMundo Security** will continue to monitor the developments in the situation and will update the article with additional information as it becomes available.
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