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There was a recent attack by ShinyHunters group targeting the FBI. The former said it had accessed the FBI’s jobs site and got details on many agents and job applicants. The cyberattacker stated that they conducted the attack because the FBI had published a report warning organizations regarding ShinyHunter’s nefarious activities. The attack was believed […]
The FBI removed an Accenture contractor because of a data breach that exposed confidential details on many FBI employees. Certain bureau personnel have called the breach a significant hit to the FBI’s operational security. A senior FBI official told Reuters that an unidentified contractor did not properly patch the system for which they held responsibility. […]
The FBI has acknowledged a cybersecurity incident targeting its FBIJobs.gov recruitment portal. The cyber extortion group ShinyHunters stated that it broke into the FBI’s recruitment systems and stole personnel information. The FBI is currently coordinating with third-party entities associated with the portal. The former has not yet found out where the breach originated. Ongoing Investigation […]