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Sources: US Social Security's inspector general is investigating claims an ex-DOGE engineer took sensitive data on a thumb drive to his new private employer (Washington Post)
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The U.S. Social Security Administration’s inspector general is investigating allegations that a former DOGE engineer removed sensitive Social Security data on a thumb drive and transferred it to a new private employer. The investigation focuses on claims that the engineer copied the agency’s databases, prompting heightened scrutiny of DOGE’s data-security practices.
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How it was reported
- TechMeme·Sources: US Social Security's inspector general is investigating claims an ex-DOGE engineer took sensitive data on a thumb drive to his new private employer (Washington Post)
- TechCrunch·DOGE employee stole Social Security data and put it on a thumb drive, report says
- Engadget·Social Security watchdog investigating claims that DOGE engineer copied its databases
A Social Security watchdog is investigating claims of database copying by a DOGE engineer. The engineer allegedly copied databases, prompting an investigation. DOGE's database security is under scrutiny.
- Hacker News·Whistleblower: DOGE member took Social Security data to new job
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