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A massive amount of personal data was uploaded to a specialized forum for buying and selling personal information. The database reportedly contains 65 million records taken from Renaper, a Chilean government agency responsible for maintaining population registries. Earlier in the month, another attacker leaked a file containing 116,459 photos of Argentine citizens from the same entity.
According to cybersecurity expert Cristian Borghello, the leaked data includes a significant portion of Renaper’s internal systems’ source code, exposing user passwords in plain text and connections to other companies. The leaked information extends until June 2022 and includes not only citizen data but also connectivity data to other entities.
The leaked data from Renaper includes personal information, documents, SMS from coronavirus records, and even a file containing information on military ranks. The access to internal accounts lasts until June 2022, with a large number of system users having the password ‘1234.’ This kind of personal data is often used for cybercrimes like identity theft.
Despite this revelation, the Government denies that such a massive amount of data could be gathered without detection, citing the infrastructure required to obtain information on 65 million people. However, experts warn that it is crucial for governments and organizations to take immediate action to prevent such attacks from happening again.
In addition to Renaper’s data, the same individual who uploaded this information also shared data from Nosis users last week and a set of files containing images of Argentine driver’s licenses earlier this week. Celebrities’ driving licenses were included in these files as well.
Overall, it is clear that cybersecurity threats are becoming more prevalent and sophisticated than ever before. It is essential for individuals and organizations alike to prioritize cybersecurity measures to protect their sensitive information from being compromised by hackers or other malicious actors.
In conclusion, the recent incident involving Renaper highlights the need for stronger security measures against cyber threats. With over 65 million records at stake and potential misuse of sensitive information like military ranks or drivers’ licenses, it is vital that governments take immediate action to prevent such attacks in the future.
