# ShinyHunters Hacked FBI, Stole Agent Data

> Cyber gang ShinyHunters claims to have breached FBI systems, stealing data on nearly all agents.
- Title: ShinyHunters Hacked FBI, Stole Agent Data · PCMAG | Shortify
- Summary: Cyber gang ShinyHunters claims to have breached FBI systems, stealing data on nearly all agents. ShinyHunters hacked FBI using Oracle vulnerability…
- Keywords: shinyhunters, fbi, oracle, peoplesoft, hack, extortion, fbijobs.gov, fbi alert, technology, Hacked, Stole, Agent
- Source: PCMAG — https://pcmag.com/news/shinyhunters-gang-hacked-fbi-stole-sensitive-data-on-almost-all-agents
- Author: Michael Kan
- Published: 2026-09-22T20:04:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: shinyhunters, fbi, oracle, peoplesoft, hack, extortion, fbijobs.gov, fbi alert, technology
## ShinyHunters Claims FBI Breach
Cybercriminal gang ShinyHunters says they hacked FBI systems to steal sensitive data.

> We have compromised the FBI.
## Stole 5,000 FBI Employee Records
The group shared stolen data including details on 5,000 FBI employees.

> We hold very sensitive data on almost ALL FBI Agents.
## Used Oracle Vulnerability
ShinyHunters exploited a previously unknown Oracle PeopleSoft vulnerability.

> We hacked the FBI using a previously unknown vulnerability in an Oracle product called PeopleSoft.
## FBI Jobs Site Down
FBIjobs.gov shows 'System Unavailable' with service disruption notices.

> Apply.fbijobs.gov and the Special Agent Applicant Portal are currently unavailable.
## Retaliation for FBI Alert
The group hacked FBI after receiving May warning about their tactics.

> We were very disappointed to see an agency of your standing would resort to such circulation of disinformation.
## Demanding FBI Revoke Alert
ShinyHunters demands FBI rescind May warning about their extortion tactics.

> We are willing to allow you a time of 1 week to correct or simply REMOVE the 2026 Quarter 2 FLASH report.
## Threatening Legal Action
The group warns journalists who spread false narratives about them will face civil consequences.

> Should those certain journalists... continue these unwarranted attacks... we will be forced to respond in a civil manner.
## Key takeaway

ShinyHunters hacked FBI using Oracle vulnerability, threatening to leak sensitive data unless agency retracts May warning.