Bleepingcomputer Florida DMV Data Breach Linked to Stolen Police Credentials
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- •The breach was linked to stolen credentials from a police employee's personal device.
- •ShinyHunters claimed to have accessed over 200,000 driver records from the Florida DMV.
- •FLHSMV quickly mitigated the breach and is cooperating with law enforcement.
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) confirmed a data breach on September 4, 2026, attributed to stolen credentials from a Plant City Police Department employee's personal device. The breach was executed by the ShinyHunters cybercriminal group, which claimed to have accessed sensitive data, including driver records. FLHSMV stated that the breach was quickly mitigated and no ongoing threats exist. The agency is collaborating with law enforcement and the Florida Digital Service to investigate the incident. ShinyHunters had previously claimed to have stolen over 200,000 driver records, including sensitive information related to high-profile individuals. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in credential management and the potential for AI-assisted attacks. FLHSMV has notified the Florida Attorney General's Office and is expected to release further details as the investigation progresses.
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