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200,000 Florida Driver Records Breached
16 Sep
Summary
- Florida confirmed a data breach affecting its driver records system.
- Hackers claim over 200,000 driver records were stolen.
- The breach reportedly originated from compromised police user credentials.
Florida officials have confirmed a significant data breach impacting the Driver and Vehicle Information Database (DAVID) system, managed by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). The breach was detected on September 4, 2026, and has since been mitigated with no ongoing unauthorized access reported.
The cybercriminal group ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility, asserting that more than 200,000 driver records were exfiltrated. However, Florida has not officially confirmed the number of records affected or the specific information compromised. ShinyHunters provided evidence, including a screenshot of a driver record, purportedly containing sensitive details such as Social Security numbers and birth dates.
Florida's investigation suggests the breach stemmed from credentials belonging to a Plant City Police Department user that were improperly stored on a personal electronic device. This explanation contrasts with ShinyHunters' initial claim of exploiting a password-reset flaw. The FLHSMV is cooperating with state and federal law enforcement agencies on the ongoing criminal investigation.
Given the sensitive nature of the data potentially exposed, including driver's license information, Social Security numbers, and addresses, citizens are urged to take protective measures. These include freezing credit reports, monitoring financial accounts, being vigilant about suspicious communications, and strengthening online account security.
