Hackers Claim to Possess Records of All FBI Staff
A hacker group says it breached the FBI and shared a sample of 5,000 employee records to back the claim.
A group of hackers is claiming to have stolen data on all FBI employees, according to a report from 404 Media. The outlet says it was shown a sample of 5,000 alleged agents' records, which include names, home addresses, phone numbers, and information about employees' spouses.
The hackers say this sample is just a slice of a much larger database covering the entire FBI workforce. If true, the breach would expose the personal details of federal law enforcement personnel and their families, creating potential security and safety risks.
404 Media notes that the sample was provided to them, but the full scope and authenticity of the claimed database have not been independently verified. The outlet does not indicate whether the FBI has confirmed or commented on the breach.
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