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ATF investigates ‘major’ cybersecurity incident as ransomware group claims attack
Thursday, August 27, 2026
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is investigating a cybersecurity incident classified as a "major incident" by Justice Department officials. The Qilin ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the attack. No additional details about the scope of the breach or affected systems have been confirmed.
