Hackers publish thousands of drivers' data after breaching Florida motor vehicle database
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β’Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:54 +0000
π° What Happened
A hacking group called ShinyHunters has posted hundreds of thousands of files from a Florida state database. The system holds vehicle and driver records.
The hackers said they published the files because Florida did not pay a ransom. They say they broke in earlier in September. As proof, they posted a screenshot said to be a record tied to Jeffrey Epstein.
Florida's motor vehicle agency confirmed a breach last week. It said the hackers got hold of a police officer's login details kept on a personal device.
π The Backstory
The database is known as DAVID. The stolen records include car ownership papers with the names and addresses of buyers and sellers, plus vehicle ID numbers.
A smaller set of files held Social Security numbers, foreign passports and immigration papers. Driver's licences and personal photos did not appear to be included.
The breach came in the same month as a huge hack at IDScan. Hackers there stole more than 150 million images of driver's licences.
π― Why It Matters
Stolen names, addresses and ID numbers can be used for fraud. If someone has your details, they may open accounts in your name. It is a reminder to watch your bank and credit records.
A hacking group called ShinyHunters has posted hundreds of thousands of files from a Florida state database. The system holds vehicle and driver records.
The hackers said they published the files because Florida did not pay a ransom. They say they broke in earlier in September. As proof, they posted a screenshot said to be a record tied to Jeffrey Epstein.
Florida's motor vehicle agency confirmed a breach last week. It said the hackers got hold of a police officer's login details kept on a personal device.
The database is known as DAVID. The stolen records include car ownership papers with the names and addresses of buyers and sellers, plus vehicle ID numbers.
A smaller set of files held Social Security numbers, foreign passports and immigration papers. Driver's licences and personal photos did not appear to be included.
The breach came in the same month as a huge hack at IDScan. Hackers there stole more than 150 million images of driver's licences.
Stolen names, addresses and ID numbers can be used for fraud. If someone has your details, they may open accounts in your name. It is a reminder to watch your bank and credit records.