A data search engine has been discovered that contains personal information of individuals such as Edouard Philippe, Marine Tondelier, and François Ruffin, along with data of anonymous individuals. The site claims to have tens of millions of data entries, potentially including personal information of users. It is sufficient to create a free account and with one click, supposedly confidential information appears. A test conducted by a journalist found that some information, such as a landline number and a vehicle registration plate, was accurate, while other details, such as a mobile number and an email address, were incorrect.
Aggregated information from data that is most often pirated, and the accuracy of which is likely to improve, according to Gérôme Billois, a cybersecurity expert at Wavestone. Political figures are not spared, quite the opposite. In a few seconds, one can obtain the phone number and email of Marine Tondelier, the personal address of Edouard Philippe, and even a bank account number of François Ruffin, without being able to verify if it was correct. Marine Tondelier, who was affected by data breaches at the CAF and the tax office, stated that she does not know if her data has ended up on this site because it was leaked from the tax office or the CAF, or because it was leaked from her phone operator or some other structure.
The use of these search engines is illegal. The possession of these data or their exploitation may constitute the crime of receiving stolen property, punishable by up to five years in prison and a fine of 375,000 euros. This highlights the growing concern about data privacy and the risks associated with personal information being accessible through unregulated sources. Experts warn that such platforms not only violate laws but also expose individuals to potential identity theft and other forms of cybercrime.
The discovery of this data search engine has raised questions about the security of personal information and the effectiveness of current data protection measures. As more data is collected and stored digitally, the risk of unauthorized access and misuse continues to grow. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safeguarding personal information and the need for stronger legal frameworks to prevent such breaches.
Data Search Engine Reveals Personal Information of Public and Private Individuals
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