A user has uploaded a file containing 5.7 million images of Argentine driver’s licenses for sale, including licenses of famous individuals such as the President of the Nation and other officials. The leaked sample was accessed by Clarion, which confirmed that the information matches real license data, including personal information and dates. Some photos are outdated, while others are signed and some are not.
The cybercriminal who sold the information admitted to having uploaded data from Renaper and the Nosis database. The sale of personal data is concerning as it can lead to various cybercrimes once the information is in circulation.
The user who leaked the data stated that they did it to bring attention to cybersecurity issues in Argentina. The government responded by taking measures to stop access to the leaked information. This incident adds to a series of data leaks in Argentina, including one involving images of Argentine citizens extracted from Renaper.
In response to such leaks, there have been calls for better coordination between cybersecurity and data protection authorities in handling such incidents. This incident highlights the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures and underscores the importance of protecting personal data from falling into the wrong hands.