FBI Director's Email Hacked by Pro-Iran Group

0:00A pro-Iranian hacking group, known as Handala, claims it breached the personal email account of FBI director Cash Patel. They posted online what looked like decade-old photos of him, his work resume, and other personal records. The group shared around half a dozen images, showing Patel near an antique sports car and holding a cigar. They also offered downloads of emails and documents tied to his old travels and business dealings. Officials have stayed quiet so far, but a source close to the matter confirmed the personal account hack. Back in December 2024, Patel got a heads up from the FBI about Iranian targeting. Handala supports Palestinian causes and acts as an Iranian proxy. Earlier this month, they hit a Michigan medical tech firm, blaming US strikes that killed Iranian school children. Last week, the Justice Department grabbed four domains, linked to their cyber-ops and threats against dissidents. These incidents highlight rising tensions in cyberspace, with US agencies now ramping up defenses against such groups.

1:01That's the story for today. Vancouver News. Today, driven by AI. I'm Corey, with the story.