Vermont State Computer Hacked, Thousands at Risk
A state computer containing the names, Social Security Numbers and bank account information for 70,000 Vermonters has been hacked into in an automated computer attack that puts their personal information at risk for misuse, the state said Monday.More here.
Human Services Secretary Cynthia LaWare said there is no indication the information has been used illicitly, but she said it was possible.
The state is planning to send letters to the affected individuals Tuesday and Wednesday urging them to monitor their bank accounts. It is also offering to pay for credit monitoring.
The Human Services computer was used as a tool to track noncustodial parents who owe back child support. The state and a number of banks exchanged financial information on the computer, which was taken out of service in early December after technicians discovered what they thought was a computer virus.
It remains off-line, officials said.
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posted by Fergie @ 1/29/2007 06:16:00 PM
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