Driver's License Data Breach: What to Do if Your Information Was Stolen

Millions of Americans may have their personal data at risk following the alleged release of a vast cache of driver's license records on the dark web. The FBI is currently investigating the incident, which centers on a dark web marketplace called Nexus allegedly offering access to over 153 million U.S. and Canadian driver's license records, along with millions of other identity documents.

IDScan.net, a New Orleans-based identity verification company, claims to have sourced the records, which may have been obtained from cloud accounts where the company stores customer information. The company announced a data security incident on September 4, stating that unauthorized individuals may have accessed customer data, including names and identification numbers.

IDScan.net is working with third-party specialists to determine the full extent of the breach and has not admitted any wrongdoing. Experts suggest that individuals whose information may have been compromised should regularly review their credit reports and financial statements for any suspicious activity and consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with major credit bureaus to protect themselves from potential identity theft.

IDScan.net is offering free credit monitoring and identity protection services to affected individuals and will notify those whose information was involved. Consumers should remain vigilant for signs of identity theft until more information becomes available.