FBI agents express fear after hackers threaten to release stolen data
Current and former FBI staff describe their shock and anger following a cyberattack that exposed personal information of the entire workforce.
Staff react to breach
Agents told BBC News they feel fearful and angry about the exposure of private details. One former investigator worries criminals could use this data for phishing or scams. Staff also fear physical attacks from gangs similar to those previously linked to swatting incidents.
Hackers demand payment
The group ShinyHunters claims it breached FBI systems and is threatening to publish stolen databases. They have set a deadline of four days before releasing the information online unless demands are met. The gang appears to be English-speaking and has targeted law enforcement in the past.
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