ShinyHunters hackers claim breach of Florida "DAVID" DMV database
The ShinyHunters hacking group claims to have breached DAVID, an online platform connected to the Florida DMV, and obtained more than 200,000 driver records. The group has a history of large-scale data theft and extortion.
Why this matters: Driver records are not abstract data. They tie a real name to a home address, a vehicle, and a face. Florida's DAVID system exists so authorized parties can look people up by license plate or license number. If ShinyHunters actually has 200,000 of those records, that is a tool for stalking, fraud, or worse. People do not get to opt out of having a driver's license. The state collects this information because it has to, which means it also has to protect it.
Who should care: Cybersecurity · Privacy officers · Administrators
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