A security researcher discovered that a database containing sensitive personal information of over 450 individuals with "top secret" US government security clearances was exposed online by the House Democrats' DomeWatch website. The data included names, contact information, and details related to job applications, raising concerns about potential espionage risks if accessed by malicious actors. Following the discovery, the database was secured within hours, and an investigation has been launched to address security vulnerabilities.

A recent data breach has exposed 183 million Gmail passwords along with other login credentials, as confirmed by the Have I Been Pwned database. The breach, which includes a significant amount of previously unseen credentials, highlights risks associated with credential reuse and the importance of security measures like two-step verification. Google has provided guidance for users on how to protect their accounts and check for compromised credentials.

A breach at the Kansas City National Security Campus, a critical US nuclear weapons facility, was carried out by foreign hackers exploiting unpatched Microsoft SharePoint vulnerabilities. The incident highlights the need for improved security measures in federal IT and operational technology systems, with conflicting attribution pointing to either Chinese or Russian threat actors.