FBI investigates as hackers sell digital scans of 153M drivers licenses
The FBI has launched an investigation after digital scans of over 153 million driver's licenses appeared for sale on the dark web.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is reportedly investigating a major identity theft case following a massive security breach that put digital scans of over 153 million driver's licenses up for sale on the dark web.
In addition to driver's licenses, the compromised records offered through this security breach include sensitive documents such as medical cards and residence cards. The affected individuals are primarily located in the US and Canada.
Preliminary reports indicate that the massive dataset was compiled by hacking an identity verification service. Cybersecurity experts and federal authorities are currently investigating how the breach occurred and assessing the full scope of the incident.
This high-profile breach highlights the ongoing risks associated with digital identity verification and data storage. It serves as a reminder for organizations worldwide regarding the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect user data.
