Massive Voter Data Leak: 4.6 Million Americans’ Info Exposed Online!
The voter documents of 4.6 million Americans have been leaked online from 13 non-password protected databases. The sensitive information includes voter records, SSNs, and driver’s license numbers, raising concerns about identity theft, voter fraud, and election disruption. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered the breach and identified Platinum Technology Resource as responsible.
Hot Take:
Well, if you’re worried about your voter records being leaked, you might have to start adding “database security” to your election checklist. Between your candidate’s stance on healthcare and their cybersecurity hygiene, it’s time to play data detective before you hit the ballot box!
Key Points:
- 4.6 million Americans’ voter records were leaked from 13 unprotected databases.
- The exposed information includes PII, SSNs, drivers license and voter ID numbers.
- The databases were linked to Platinum Technology Resource, a company offering election-related services.
- Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered the leak and reported it to VpnMentor.
- Potential misuse of the data includes identity theft, voter fraud, and election disruption.
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