The article reports that data belonging to roughly 72 million Under Armour customers has appeared on the dark web following a ransomware attack claimed by a cybercriminal group. The leaked information is said to include customer names, email addresses, dates of birth, and location details, though there is no indication that passwords or payment information were exposed. Under Armour has acknowledged the claims and says it is investigating the incident with cybersecurity experts. Security researchers warn that even limited personal data can be used for phishing, scams, or identity theft. The incident highlights how ransomware groups increasingly pressure companies by publicly releasing stolen data when demands are not met.
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