National Public Data: 272 Million Americans' SSNs Exposed - Company Files Bankruptcy In April 2024, threat actors exfiltrated 2.9 billion records--including 272 million unique Social Security numbers--from National Public Data (NPD), a Florida-based data brokerage operated by a retired sheriff's deputy. The 277GB dataset was initially offered for $3.5 million before being released for free on BreachForums in August 2024.
Executive Summary
KEY FACTS
- WhatData broker's 2.9 billion records exfiltrated and posted for free online.
- Who272 million Americans, plus Canadian and UK citizens.
- Data ExposedSSNs, full names, addresses spanning decades, and dates of birth.
- OutcomeCompany filed bankruptcy; only a $46K California fine imposed.
References
SOURCES
BreachForums, BleepingComputer, CPPA, FTC, Congressional hearings