Florida DMV Hacked Using Compromised Law Enforcement Credentials
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has confirmed that its systems were hacked by an international cybercriminal organization. According to Ars Technica, the breach occurred after hackers accessed FLHSMV's data using compromised credentials from a local law enforcement employee. The agency is now notifying affected individuals about potential exposure of sensitive information such as driver licenses, motor-vehicle records, document images, and other personal details. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in how login credentials are stored within government systems. Florida officials have not yet disclosed the number of people impacted or whether any data was exfiltrated beyond initial access. The breach has raised concerns about cybersecurity practices across public agencies handling sensitive citizen information.
