A ransomware group calling itself Wallstreet has claimed, via a listing on its dark web leak site, that it obtained data belonging to the City of Ormond Beach, Florida. The claim is dated September 2, 2026, and was identified by security researchers tracking the group’s leak-site activity through ransomware.live, a platform that monitors public claims made by ransomware operators. As of this writing, the claim has not been independently verified, and Ormond Beach has not issued any public confirmation of an incident.
What we know — and don’t
- A group identifying itself as Wallstreet listed Ormond Beach, Florida on its leak site with a claimed date of September 2, 2026.
- Ormond Beach is a municipal government entity, categorized here under the general ‘other’ sector rather than a private commercial industry.
- The specific types of data the group claims to have obtained — such as resident records, employee files, or financial documents — have not been disclosed or confirmed by any party.
- Neither the city government nor any regulatory body has confirmed that a breach occurred or that the group’s claim is accurate.
- Claims made on ransomware leak sites are unverified by nature and are sometimes exaggerated, recycled, or entirely false.
What should you do if you have an account with this company?
- If you interact with Ormond Beach city services online, consider updating your password for any related municipal portals or accounts as a precaution.
- Enable two-factor authentication wherever it is offered on accounts tied to city services or utilities.
- Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts, or phone calls claiming to be from the city government, especially those asking for personal information or payment details — these could be phishing attempts exploiting this claim.
- Monitor your bank and credit card statements for unfamiliar activity if you have made payments to the city, such as utility bills or permit fees.
- Consider using an identity monitoring service like a service like Aura or LifeLock to help watch for signs your personal information is being misused elsewhere.
- Keep an eye on official city communications for any updates regarding this claim.
BreachLetter will update this page if Ormond Beach, Florida confirms this incident, issues a public statement, or if the matter is reported to state or federal regulators.