Brinztech Alert: The Alleged Database of Sujal Technologies is Leaked

Dark Web News Analysis

The dark web news reports a massive data privacy incident involving Sujal Technologies, an Indian IT services and software solutions provider. A threat actor on a hacker forum is circulating a database allegedly belonging to the company.

The scale of the breach is alarming, containing over 16 million records in a 363 MB SQL file. The leaked dataset is a “Fullz” nightmare for Indian citizens, reportedly containing Registration IDs, Aadhaar Card Numbers, Full Names, Contact Details, Physical Addresses, and sensitive Financial Information related to applications. The SQL format indicates a complete backend extraction, likely via an unpatched vulnerability in a web application managed by the firm.

Key Cybersecurity Insights

Breaches involving Aadhaar data are “Tier 1” identity threats because they compromise the fundamental digital identity used for banking and government services in India:

• Aadhaar-Enabled Payment System (AEPS) Fraud: The exposure of Aadhaar Numbers alongside Bank Details is critical. Criminals can use this data to attempt AEPS Fraud, where they clone fingerprints (using silicone) to withdraw money from the victim’s bank account at micro-ATMs without needing an OTP or card. The leaked Aadhaar number is the key identifier needed to initiate these transactions.
• KYC & SIM Swap Fraud: With access to 16 million verified identities (Name + Address + Aadhaar), attackers can bypass Know Your Customer (KYC) checks. They can register fake SIM cards to launch spam campaigns or open “mule” bank accounts to launder money from other cybercrimes.
• Targeted Financial Phishing: The inclusion of Financial Information allows for highly effective scams. Attackers can pose as bank officials or government agents, citing the victim’s exact registration ID and Aadhaar number to gain trust before demanding OTPs or fees for “loan processing” or “subsidy releases.”
• Regulatory Fallout: This breach likely violates the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act (if applicable) and Aadhaar regulations. The storage of unmasked Aadhaar numbers in a SQL database, if proven, could lead to severe penalties for negligence in data handling.

Mitigation Strategies

To protect Indian citizens and digital infrastructure, the following strategies are recommended:

• Biometric Locking: All 16 million affected individuals should immediately Lock their Aadhaar Biometrics via the mAadhaar app or UIDAI website. This prevents criminals from using their data for unauthorized AEPS withdrawals or SIM registrations.
• Bank Monitoring: Users should monitor their bank accounts for any unauthorized small transactions, which are often test charges before a larger theft.
• SQL Injection Audit: Sujal Technologies must urgently audit their web applications for SQL Injection vulnerabilities. The presence of a .sql dump suggests the database was queried directly by an attacker.
• Data Masking: Review internal data storage policies. Sensitive identifiers like Aadhaar numbers should never be stored in plain text; they must be vaulted or masked to limit the impact of a breach.

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