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Florida confirms DMV database breached via stolen police account

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Florida confirms DMV database breached via stolen police account

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles confirmed a breach of its DAVID driver database after attackers obtained credentials from a police department employee to gain access. The incident demonstrates how compromised legitimate user accounts can serve as entry points to sensitive government systems holding personal data.

Why it matters: Florida residents whose driver information is stored in the DAVID system face identity theft and fraud risks; law enforcement and security teams must audit police department credential hygiene and access privileges across government databases.

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