FBI Investigating Claims of Data Theft by Hacking Group
The FBI is investigating a criminal hacking group's claims that it stole sensitive data belonging to thousands of agents and applicants and compromised the bureau's jobs website.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, September 23, 2026 —
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has confirmed it is investigating claims made by a criminal hacking group. The group alleges it has stolen sensitive data pertaining to thousands of FBI agents and applicants. Additionally, the hacking group claims to have compromised the bureau’s official jobs website.
The extent of the alleged data breach and the specific types of sensitive information compromised were not detailed in the group’s claims. The FBI has stated that its investigation is ongoing. Information regarding the timeline of the alleged compromise or the exact number of individuals affected beyond the group’s claim of “thousands” has not been publicly disclosed.
The investigation aims to verify the hacking group’s assertions and determine the full scope of any security incidents. The contractor responsible for the jobs website and the technical details of the alleged compromise were not immediately available. The FBI has not yet released any information regarding potential code violations or inspection outcomes related to the incident.
The group’s motivation for the alleged attack and any demands made have also not been disclosed. The FBI’s response indicates a commitment to assessing the security implications and addressing any vulnerabilities identified during the investigation. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by ERIC TUCKER, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.
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