Oracle (ORCL) Faces Another Cybersecurity Breach with Client Data Compromised

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Apr 09, 2025
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Oracle Corp. (ORCL, Financial) recently reported a data breach affecting client log-in credentials. Despite Oracle's assurance that the compromised system is no longer in use, some data from as recent as 2024 was impacted. The hacker involved attempted to sell the stolen data and demanded extortion payments from Oracle.

Key Takeaways

  • Oracle faces a new data breach with client credentials targeted, indicating ongoing cybersecurity challenges.
  • Analysts project a 34.76% upside for Oracle shares, with an average price target of $187.71.
  • Oracle's GF Value suggests a potential downside of 0.39% from the current stock price.

Wall Street Analysts' Predictions

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Analyzing forecasts by 31 prominent analysts, Oracle Corp (ORCL, Financial) is poised for growth, with an average target price of $187.71. Price predictions range from a high of $246.00 to a low of $145.00, reflecting varied expectations about Oracle’s future performance. This average target indicates a promising upside of 34.76% when compared to its current trading price of $139.29. For an in-depth look at these estimates, visit the Oracle Corp (ORCL) Forecast page.

Oracle's stock has been rated as "Outperform" by a consensus of 42 brokerage firms, with an average recommendation score of 2.1. This rating is part of a scale where 1 designates a Strong Buy and 5 represents a Sell, emphasizing Wall Street's favorable outlook on Oracle.

GF Value Analysis

According to GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value for Oracle Corp (ORCL, Financial) over the next year is $138.74, which suggests a slight downside of 0.39% compared to its current price of $139.29. The GF Value is calculated using historical trading multiples, past business growth, and forecasts of future business performance, offering a fair value estimate for the stock. For more comprehensive insights, explore the Oracle Corp (ORCL) Summary page.

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