FBI and CISA Warn Against False Claims of Hacked Voter Data

The FBI and CISA Issue Warning About False Claims of Hacked Voter Data

In a joint statement released by the FBI and CISA, the organizations are warning the public about false claims of hacked voter data that are intended to sow distrust in the election process. The statement asserts that these claims are being made by malicious actors with the goal of undermining confidence in the security of United States elections.

CISA Senior Advisor Cait Conley emphasized the importance of not accepting these claims at face value, stating, “False claims of election infrastructure compromise, like a voter registration database hack, may be spread by foreign actors to influence public opinion and negatively impact the American people’s confidence in our democratic process.”

The FBI’s Cynthia Kaiser echoed this sentiment, noting that malicious actors commonly attempt to undermine public confidence in U.S. elections by exaggerating claims of obtaining voter information. She emphasized the need for the public to critically evaluate such claims and highlighted that most voter registration information is publicly available.

As of September 12, 2024, the FBI and CISA have found no indication that voter registration data has been compromised. The public service announcement serves as a reminder to remain vigilant and question the validity of any claims regarding hacked voter data in order to protect the integrity of the election process.