Venture capital firm Insight Partners has confirmed that personal data was stolen during a cyberattack in January. The firm recently stated that it plans to notify affected individuals on a rolling basis, starting in the next few days. The stolen information includes personal details about current and former employees, as well as data related to limited partners—investors who provide capital to Insight's venture funds but whose identities are usually kept confidential. Additionally, the breach compromised information about certain funds, management companies, and portfolio companies, including sensitive banking and tax records. This marks the first acknowledgment from Insight Partners that data was exfiltrated during the January incident. Previously, the company described the attack as "sophisticated" and suggested it was a result of social engineering techniques, though it has not provided concrete evidence to support this claim. Insight Partners manages over $90 billion in regulated assets, placing it among the largest tech startup investors globally. The firm has backed prominent cybersecurity companies such as Wiz and Armis. Despite its expertise and investments in the cybersecurity domain, Insight Partners is not immune to cyber threats, as evidenced by this recent breach. This incident adds to a growing list of cyberattacks targeting venture capital firms. In 2021, Advanced Technology Ventures, a well-known Silicon Valley investor, fell victim to a ransomware attack that resulted in the theft of data on its limited partners. Such breaches highlight the ongoing vulnerability of financial institutions, even those deeply involved in the cybersecurity sector. A spokesperson for Insight Partners declined to comment further when contacted for additional information. As the firm proceeds with notifying the affected parties, questions remain about the extent of the damage and the measures being taken to prevent future attacks. The cybersecurity community and the broader tech industry will be watching closely to see how Insight Partners responds and whether this incident leads to more stringent security protocols across the venture capital landscape.