Hackers leak personal data of hundreds of U.S. officials on Telegram

#BREAKING | Hackers from a group known as "The Com," including members of Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters, have leaked personal data of hundreds of U.S. officials. The information, which includes names, phone numbers, and addresses, was shared on the messaging platform Telegram. The posts reportedly mock the targets by referencing alleged bounties from Mexican cartels, according to a report by 404 Media.

This incident raises concerns about the security and privacy of government officials, particularly those affiliated with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Department of Justice (DOJ). The leak highlights ongoing issues related to cybersecurity and the protection of sensitive information.

As previously reported, similar situations involving data breaches have occurred in the past, prompting discussions about the need for enhanced security measures within government agencies. The implications of this leak are still unfolding.