Last Updated on September 17, 2025 by Narendra Sahoo
American chip giant Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) announced that it has launched a probe of a data breach carried out by a cybercriminal group called Intelbroker that led to several private documents and information being stolen which occurred early this month. In this blog we are going to understand how the Chip maker launches a probe into data theft into data theft amid cybersecurity concerns.
In a statement to media outlets, the company spokesperson said that it is working closely with the authorities and a third-party hosting partner to investigate the impact of the breach.
How does the Chip maker launches probe into data theft a serious concern?
Intelbroker claims to have accessed various types of information, including ROMs, firmware, source code, property files, and databases containing employee and customer details. Additionally, it asserted having obtained financial information, future AMD product plans, and technical specification sheets.
The breach was discovered after Intelbroker posted screenshots of the data it stole on Breach Forums, an infamous hacking site on the dark web where cybercriminals discuss various hacking methods and sell stolen data. In addition to the data posted on BreachForums, Intelbroker further posted that it will sell the data to interested parties in exchange they must be paid in XMR, a cryptocurrency.
This is not the first time that AMD has suffered a cyber-attack. A cybercriminal group called RansomHouse stole 450GB worth of data from the company in 2022
Repercussions of the data breach
The data breach is considered a blow to AMD and to the chip industry as a whole. The leak of personal data of employees and customers will make them vulnerable to future cybercrimes, while the leak of technical documents could harm its competitive position. The incident also raises concerns about the vulnerability of chip making companies to cyber-attacks and the need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Cybercriminals are getting sophisticated with the advancements of technology. That is why companies such as AMD must remain vigilant and invest in robust cybersecurity measures to protect their sensitive data and maintain the trust of their customers and employees.
Narendra Sahoo (PCI QSA, PCI SSFA, CISP, CISA, CRISC, 27001 LA) is the Founder and Director of VISTA InfoSec, a global information security consulting firm. With 21 years of experience in information security consulting, assessment and compliance services, Narendra has helped organizations address complex cybersecurity and regulatory requirements across global markets.
