Just Steal It: Nike Hackers Claim 1.4TB In Data Breach, Watch For Counterfeits

Nike confirmed it is investigating a possible data breach that, if verified, could lead to an influx of counterfeit products based on authentic designs. The notorious ransomware gang known as World Leaks claims to have stolen more than 1.4 terabytes of files in the alleged breach, though the good news is that it does not appear as though it made off with any sensitive customer data.

The bad news for Nike, however, is that World Leaks may have hijacked a wealth of product designs and other inside information, such as garment measurements for products, details on materials, item retail prices, product lifecycles, testing reports for clothing, factory audits, corporate slides, and other materials that Nike would prefer kept under lock and key, according to an audit by Cybernews.

While this may seem trivial, Nike these days has expanded its reach from simple sneakers and garments to innovative designs like ...