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Hacker arrested in Granada after leaking personal data of state officials

Surinenglish • June 1, 2026

Spain’s National Police have arrested a suspect accused of publishing the personal data of staff across some of the country’s most sensitive state institutions.

The targeted organisations include INCIBE (the national cybersecurity institute), the public prosecution service, the National Security Council, the National Police, the Civil Guard, the State Attorney's Office, the Ministry of Finance, and the tax agency.

Officers tracked the suspect down to the province of Granada, where they raided his and seized computer and technological equipment. Specialised cybercrime units are currently analysing the devices.

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The investigation was launched after police intercepted a massive data leak, which they said posed "an immediate risk to the safety and integrity of those affected and the institutions in question".

In an official statement, the National Police warned of the growing threat posed by mass releases of personal data, particularly when hackers target members of strategic state bodies.

Known in the cyber world as 'doxing', these malicious practices can be used to facilitate threats, extortion, or coordinated attacks against public officials and high-profile organisations.

"The operation remains open with the aim of clarifying the possible involvement of other individuals and completely dismantling the network," the police statement concluded.

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Spanish Police Arrest Doxer Leaking Sensitive Data of Government Employees The Spanish National Police arrested an individual for leaking sensitive personal data of employees from key state institutions, including the National Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE). The leak posed significant national security risks, affecting personnel from various organizations such as the National Police and the Civil Guard. The investigation revealed that the leaked data was aggregated from older breaches and OSINT tools, with some records containing outdated information. Authorities conducted a raid on the suspect's residence in Granada, seizing computers and electronic devices for forensic analysis. The police emphasized the urgent need to address the growing threat of doxing and mass data leaks targeting public officials. Complaints to the Spanish data protection agency have surged, indicating rising concerns over data privacy. The investigation remains ongoing, with potential for further arrests. 6 sources 72

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