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An FIA security breach briefly left the personal data of hundreds of drivers, including Max Verstappen in the hands of hackers.
Hackers briefly accessed the personal data of several racing drivers, including Max Verstappen, due to an FIA security breach earlier this summer. Galnagli and two others were able to view confidential information from the FIA’s driver categorisation portal, including passport numbers and contact details. They tested a theory and became an admin for the portal, gaining access to every driver’s personal data, including Verstappen’s CV and superlicence, but no sensitive information was saved. The account was deleted after informing the FIA, and immediate steps were taken to secure driver data and report the incident to data protection authorities. The FIA reassured that other digital platforms were not affected and highlighted its cyber security measures to protect stakeholders.
