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HACKS OF 2 FEDERAL AGENCIES IN A MONTH HAVE SPILLED A BONANZA OF SENSITIVE DATA

arstechnica.com3 min read

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The Pentagon says a months-long intrusion exposed records for 2.8 million living people. Stolen Defense Manpower Data Center data included Social Security numbers, addresses, demographics, and military specialties. ShinyHunters also claimed FBI employee records, including roles investigating China and Russia. Officials have not disclosed the Pentagon entry point, attacker contact, ransom demands, or evidence supporting claims of no misuse.