FBI calls cyberattack on its surveillance systems a ‘major incident’, flags ‘national security’ risks
The FBI has classified a recent cyberattack on its surveillance systems as a "major incident." Detected in February, the intrusion compromised systems containing sensitive law enforcement and personal identification data. This "major incident" designation, under a 2014 law, signifies potential harm to national security and significant data exposure. The perpetrator remains unidentified, with investigations ongoing.
The FBI has classified a recent cyberattack on its surveillance systems as a "major incident." Detected in February, the intrusion compromised systems containing sensitive law enforcement and personal identification data. This "major incident" designation, under a 2014 law, signifies potential harm to national security and significant data exposure. The perpetrator remains unidentified, with investigations ongoing.
