One Million Passports Leaked Online

· Bruce Schneier · June 26, 2026, 11:10 a.m.
Summary
A database containing nearly a million passports has been leaked online due to vulnerabilities in low-value authentication systems, specifically for verifying IDs at cannabis dispensaries. This incident highlights the risk of misusing high-value credentials in less secure contexts.
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