Hackers leak sensitive Victorian court data to dark web
The ABC understands some of the leaked data includes highly-sensitive details, such as the names of parties in family violence intervention order hearings and children's court cases.
Hackers have put sensitive data from regional Victorian courts on the dark web, sparking a police investigation. The leaked information includes names of parties in family violence intervention order hearings and children's court cases, as well as details of people who attended online hearings. Court Services Victoria confirmed the breach, which occurred in 2022 and 2026, affecting hearings in multiple locations.
The data breach follows previous cyber attacks, including a ransomware attack in 2024 and an incident in 2021. Police and the Victorian Information Commissioner have been notified, and the authorities are investigating the incident.
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