Hacker group ShinyHunters claims breach of FBI systems, demands removal of IC3 warning

The hacker group ShinyHunters claims to have compromised FBI internal systems, asserting they possess sensitive personal data of nearly all FBI agents and job applicants. While 404 Media confirmed the authenticity of a 5,000-record sample, the group's claim of stealing 2 to 3 TB of data remains unverified. The hackers allege the breach originated from a vulnerability in Oracle's PeopleSoft system, leading to unauthorized access to AWS GovCloud servers. The FBI has confirmed it is investigating the incident. ShinyHunters is demanding the FBI retract a May 2026 IC3 public warning that labeled the group as cybercriminals, denying the allegations of harassment and extortion cited in the notice.