Data breaches

FBI investigating alleged ShinyHunters breach of its jobs site

Published September 23, 2026 · The Record

The FBI is looking into claims by the ShinyHunters hacking group that it compromised the bureau's recruitment website. The attackers apparently defaced FBIjobs.gov, swapping official graphics for the cartoon character the crew uses as its unofficial emblem. The site handles job applicant information, raising concerns about exposure of personal details submitted by prospective hires.

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