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Massive DMV data breach affects current and former Florida residents

By CodeRao Tech Desk · October 22, 2026 · 1 min read
Massive DMV data breach affects current and former Florida residents

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has started informing individuals whose driver’s license and motor vehicle records were compromised in a recent breach, though not every person whose data was taken will receive a notice. In a statement posted Friday, the agency said it acted “immediately” after learning that “a malicious actor accessed certain department records on September 4, 2026, using compromised credentials.” The department noted there is “no evidence” that the stolen information has been used fraudulently, but law‑enforcement officials determined that the breach likely exposed driver‑license and motor‑vehicle data, including document images and other personal details. FLHSMV is mailing letters to all confirmed victims and is providing a year of credit‑monitoring services from Sontiq, Inc. The state warned that it may lack up‑to‑date contact details for many former Florida residents whose information remains in its systems. Those who suspect they may be affected are instructed to email FLHSMV at customerinquiry@flhsmv.gov to verify whether their data was compromised.