Lawmakers Concerned Social Security Vulnerable to Hackers

May 31, 2016

Lawmakers have expressed concern that the Social Security Administration might be vulnerable to the same type of cyberattack that hit the Office of Personnel Management two years ago. The OPM hacks exposed the personal information of over 20 million current and former federal employees.

The SSA recently requested an external audit of their cybersecurity. The auditor was able to lift sensitive information from the SSA’s networks without their noticing. More information on the incident here, at the Hill’s policy blog.

 

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So important to protect yourself from cybersecurity fraud actions by criminals trying to steal your identity and money.

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