Personal Information of More Than 185,000 People Exposed in 7-Eleven Data Security Incident

A recent 7-Eleven data breach exposed the personal information of more than 185,000 individuals. Learn what data was affected, how the incident happened, and the latest cybersecurity concerns surrounding the breach.

Shivangi Yadav

May 28, 2026 - 03:12

Personal Information of More Than 185,000 People Exposed in 7-Eleven Data Security Incident

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A data breach involving 7-Eleven has exposed the personal information of more than 185,000 individuals, according to Have I Been Pwned.

The breach, first reported in April, included names, dates of birth, home addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Reports filed with state authorities also indicated that some Social Security numbers and driver’s license details were compromised.

Have I Been Pwned said the incident was tied to a hack-and-extortion attack allegedly carried out by the cybercrime group ShinyHunters, which threatened to release the stolen data publicly if payment demands were not met.

According to filings with the Maine Attorney General’s office, hackers gained access to an internal server containing franchisee-related documents. Jim Kastle confirmed the unauthorised access in the disclosure.

The incident highlights the ongoing rise in cyberattacks targeting major companies and the growing risks posed by large-scale data breaches.

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Shivangi Yadav Shivangi Yadav is a technology writer at TechAmerica.ai, covering artificial intelligence, startups, digital platforms, consumer technology, mobility, and emerging technologies. Her reporting follows major developments across the global technology industry, from AI companies and startup funding to product launches, regulatory investigations, software platforms, and changes affecting large technology markets. At TechAmerica.ai, Shivangi looks beyond the initial announcement to understand what a development means in practice. Her coverage often examines how new technologies, regulatory decisions, and business moves could affect companies, consumers, and the wider industry. She writes for an international audience, focusing on clear, well-researched reporting that gives readers useful context on fast-moving technology stories.