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US Bank investigates LockBit data breach claims

US Bank is investigating claims made by the ransomware group LockBit regarding a data breach. LockBit has asserted that they possess sensitive customer information and has set a deadline for the bank to meet their demands. AI

RANK_REASON Ransomware group claims data breach against a financial institution.

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US Bank investigates LockBit data breach claims

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