Agriculture Dept. Computers Hacked
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Current and former employees of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are at risk for identity theft. A hacker had gained unauthorized access into the system early June.
The personal identity information potentially accessed includes individual’s names, social security numbers, and photos. Worksite information that is readily available to the public is also contained within the database. Approximately 26,000 current and former Washington, D.C. area USDA employees and contractors are potentially affected.
More information about what to do if you are affected can be found on this site.
Source: USDA Press Release
Written by MCruz on June 22nd, 2006 with no comments.
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