An Ontario man, 37, has been arrested for allegedly hacking into Texas Republican Party data in 2021, leading to charges under Canadian law. The U.S. Department of Justice states that he gained unauthorized access to a hosting company's system, compromising sensitive information. After acknowledging his involvement on social media, investigators found he possessed the stolen data, which was distributed online. The charges include unlawful transfer and possession of identification related to illegal activity, with ongoing investigations led by the FBI Austin Cyber Task Force alongside Canadian law enforcement agencies.
The accused, a 37-year-old man from Oshawa, allegedly hacked into a hosting company's system and stole data from the Texas Republican Party in 2021.
Authorities say the man not only accessed sensitive information but also took personal data of individuals affiliated with the Texas Republican Party.
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