DMV Data Breach Leak Exposes Millions of License Files
Security breach at major state DMV database exposes millions of drivers license records. Technical details on the SQL injection leak and security patches.
A massive cybersecurity breach at a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has exposed the personal records of millions of licensed drivers. The leaked database contains driver license numbers, physical addresses, names, and date of birth details. Security researchers discovered the unprotected database on a popular hacking forum.
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The breach is believed to have originated from a SQL injection vulnerability in a legacy third-party vendor portal. The state government has secured the system and is offering credit monitoring services to affected citizens. Cybersecurity experts warn that DMV databases remain prime targets for identity thieves due to the high value of government-issued IDs.