April 5, 2026

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Iran-Linked Hackers Claim Breach of FBI Director’s Email, Leak Data Online

Iran-Linked Hackers Claim Breach of FBI Director’s Email, Leak Data Online

Iran-Linked Hackers Claim Breach of FBI Director’s Email, Leak Data Online

Hackers believed to be linked to Iran have claimed they gained access to the personal email account of Kash Patel, according to foreign media reports.

The group alleged it infiltrated the inbox and published purported evidence online, including images and documents attributed to the FBI chief.

U.S. authorities have not immediately confirmed the breach, but the claims raise fresh concerns over cybersecurity threats targeting high-profile officials amid escalating digital espionage risks.