 "Cloudflare denies hosting hacker websites selling stolen Star Health data; lawsuits spark scrutiny amid global concerns over Telegram’s security.")
Cloudflare has denied any involvement in hosting websites associated with a hacker selling stolen personal and medical data from customers of the Indian insurer Star Health. This statement comes after Star Health filed a lawsuit against Cloudflare, alleging that it was responsible for hosting these sites. Cloudflare clarified that it serves as a pass-through service and does not host the domains in question. Star Health also took legal action against Telegram and the hacker known as xenZen, as sensitive customer information was found accessible via Telegram chatbots. The companies involved are facing increased scrutiny, especially given recent legal challenges related to content moderation on Telegram. A court in Tamil Nadu has ordered the blocking of any related websites or chatbots in India.
In a recent development regarding data privacy, US software firm Cloudflare has firmly stated that it is not involved in hosting two websites linked to a hacker who reportedly offered stolen personal data and medical records from Star Health, a leading insurance provider in India. This statement comes after Star Health filed a lawsuit against Cloudflare, alleging that the company was responsible for hosting these malicious sites.
Cloudflare clarified its position by explaining that it operates as a pass-through service, which means that it functions between a website host and its users. As a result, when users see a Cloudflare IP address, it does not mean that Cloudflare is hosting the content directly.
In addition to Cloudflare, Star Health has also taken legal action against the messaging platform Telegram and a hacker known as xenZen. Reports revealed that sensitive information, including personal identification details and medical records, had been made accessible through Telegram chatbots. Although these websites and bots were inaccessible as of Sunday, Star Health reassured its customers that there was no widespread compromise of sensitive data.
Star Health has already obtained a temporary injunction from a court in Tamil Nadu, ordering Telegram and the hacker to eliminate any chatbots or websites in India that might be sharing the stolen data. Last week, Telegram announced that it had conducted a large-scale removal of any new bots attempting to share such information.
This incident highlights the growing scrutiny of Telegram, especially following the arrest of its founder Pavel Durov in France last month. Concerns have been raised over how the platform’s content moderation is being handled, with allegations of misuse for illegal activities. However, both Durov and Telegram have denied any wrongdoing and are working to address these criticisms.
As data privacy continues to be a pressing issue worldwide, the situation underscores the importance of protecting personal information and holding accountable those who exploit it.
Tags: Cloudflare, Star Health, data privacy, hacker, Telegram, legal action, sensitive data, medical records, cybersecurity.
What happened with Cloudflare and Star Health?
Cloudflare stopped hosting sites that were connected to a data leak at Star Health in India.
Why did Cloudflare take this action?
Cloudflare took this action to protect users’ data and maintain its reputation as a secure service.
What kind of data was leaked from Star Health?
The leaked data included sensitive information about customers, which could lead to privacy issues.
Are affected websites still accessible?
No, the websites linked to the data leak are no longer accessible due to Cloudflare’s decision.
What does this mean for Star Health customers?
Star Health customers should be cautious and monitor their personal information for any unusual activity.
