Laid off Intel engineer accused of stealing 18,000 files on the way out

Itpro •Nicole Kobie • November 11, 2025

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Intel wants the files back, so it's filed a lawsuit claiming $250,000 in damages

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Intel Sues Former Engineer for Theft of 18,000 Files Intel has filed a lawsuit against a former engineer who allegedly stole 18,000 files, including top secret information, during their departure from the company. The lawsuit seeks at least $250,000 in damages and aims to recover the stolen files. 2 sources 24

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