7-ELEVEN CONFIRMS DATA BREACH BY SHINYHUNTERS

The convenience store chain confirmed the security incident following claims by ShinyHunters, a known cybercriminal gang that typically steals data and demands ransom before threatening public disclosure. 7-Eleven stated it is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity experts to assess the breach. The company has not yet disclosed how many customers or stores were impacted, or what specific data was compromised. ShinyHunters has been linked to multiple high-profile breaches targeting retailers and service providers. The group typically operates by exfiltrating sensitive information—including customer records and payment data—before demanding payment to prevent its release. 7-Eleven operates over 13,000 stores across North America and has faced previous security incidents. The company advised customers to monitor accounts for suspicious activity and urged anyone with concerns to contact their financial institutions directly.