DRDO Data Breach: 31 GB of Sensitive Documents for Sale on Dark Web

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DRDO Data Breach: 31 GB of Sensitive Documents for Sale on Dark Web

First seen 27 Jul 2026, 22:48 UTC • •70.0

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ThreatCluster •July 28, 2026 at 21:26 UTC

•31 GB of DRDO data, including sensitive military documents, is for sale on the dark web.
•The breach may involve data dating back to 2020, complicating the investigation timeline.
•Cybersecurity experts stress the need for enhanced security protocols in government agencies.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is reportedly facing a significant data breach, with 31 GB of sensitive documents offered for sale on the dark web for $8,000. The data includes internal electronics architecture details of advanced guidance sensors used in precision-guided missiles. Intelligence agencies flagged the breach, but the sample documents date back to 2020, raising questions about the timeline of the breach. Cybersecurity experts suggest that the authenticity of the documents requires forensic examination. Additionally, a major data breach at Bank of Baroda has also been reported, with customer details leaked. Authorities have emphasized the need for improved cybersecurity measures in critical government agencies. The Central government and DRDO have not yet confirmed the breach claims.

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Timeline

2026-07-25

Data spotted on dark web

Sensitive DRDO documents were first identified on the dark web by a software engineer, indicating a potential breach.

2026-07-26

Intelligence agencies flag breach

Intelligence agencies alerted about the data breach involving DRDO documents, prompting further investigation.

2026-07-27

DRDO data breach reported

The breach was publicly reported, revealing the sale of sensitive military documents on the dark web.

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Technique (2)

Data Breach
T1567 - Exfiltration Over Web Service

Organization (3)

Bank Of Baroda
Indian Army
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant

Weakness (1)

CWE-200 - Exposure of Sensitive Information

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Data Breach related to Bank Of Baroda
Data Breach related to Indian Army
Data Breach related to Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant
Data Breach related to CWE-200 - Exposure of Sensitive Information
Data Breach related to T1567 - Exfiltration Over Web Service

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