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Clive Palmer’s Political Parties Hacked in Major Breach
AUSTRALIA, JUL 17 – The ransomware attack on Clive Palmer's political parties exposed sensitive data of members and supporters, prompting a government investigation and security measures, officials said.
- On June 23, 2025, the United Australia Party identified unauthorised server access, revealing a ransomware attack with possible data exfiltration.
- Clive Palmer deregistered the United Australia Party in September 2022, leading him to launch Trumpet of Patriots this year for the federal election.
- Parties' statement warns leaked records may include all emails and attachments, as well as all documents held electronically, including personal data like email addresses, phone numbers, and banking details.
- United Australia Party reported the breach to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner and Australian Signals Directorate, adding it does not know comprehensively what was stored on the server.
- The party recommended using multi-factor authentication and provided a dedicated helpline at 07 3532 3851 for support.
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Clive Palmer’s political parties hacked in major breach
The organisation fears the ransomware attack has led to the theft of its emails, documents, and electronic records, threatening the personal data of all those who have been in contact with it.
·Sydney, Australia
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