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The FBI's Cyber Division used an insecure password ('FBI123') that was vulnerable to a breach by ShinyHunters.

CybersecurityLaw EnforcementData BreachesOct 2, 2026score 0.172 posts · 0 replies across 1 instances
The posts report that the hacking group ShinyHunters allegedly breached the FBI. In response, the FBI's Cyber Division reportedly updated their password from 'FBI123' to 'FBI123!'.

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The FBI's Cyber Division used an insecure password ('FBI123') that was vulnerable to a breach by ShinyHunters.
Parent: CybersecurityEntity: FBISub-entity: Cyber DivisionImpact: negativeDate: Oct 2, 2026Target: FBI Cyber Division security practices

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ShinyHunters Allegedly Breaches FBI, Cyber Division Updates Password From ‘FBI123’ to ‘FBI123!’ FBI https://bohiney.com/shinyhunters-allegedly-breaches-fbi/
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ShinyHunters Allegedly Breaches FBI, Cyber Division Updates Password From ‘FBI123’ to ‘FBI123!’ FBI https://bohiney.com/shinyhunters-allegedly-breaches-fbi/
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