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Cybercrime Group Claims FBI Portal Breach via Oracle PeopleSoft Vulnerability

1 report, 1 independent Updated Thu 00:00
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What happened

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The bureau stated it was aware of claims made by the cybercrime group ShinyHunters regarding a compromise of the FBIJobs.gov portal. ShinyHunters alleged that it successfully hacked into the portal using a zero-day vulnerability in Oracle’s PeopleSoft human resources platform. The group claimed to have stolen sensitive data concerning almost all FBI Agents and individuals who had applied for jobs with the bureau. The FBI confirmed it was actively investigating the matter and working with third-party providers to mitigate risk.

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Why it matters

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The alleged attack highlights the significant supply chain risks facing organizations of all sizes and sophistication. The incident raises questions regarding the security protocols of widely used enterprise software and infrastructure providers. The FBI stated the point of breach was still undetermined, whether it was a third party or the bureau’s enterprise.

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Who's involved

  • PeopleSoftTargeted platform in the alleged cyberattack.
  • OracleOwner of the enterprise software platform alleged to have been exploited.

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