A new identity theft service called Nexus, launched on the dark web, is selling digital scans of over 153 million drivers' licenses from the US and Canada, sourcing these images from a major identity verification company. The FBI has initiated an investigation after identifying the source of these scans, which likely comes from data breaches. Nexus offers extensive records, including identification and medical cards.
The data collection has raised major privacy concerns, highlighted by notable figures in security who emphasize the risks to individual privacy and security. The service reportedly experienced a rapid increase in records, suggesting ongoing data theft. Security experts call for improved oversight regarding the collection and protection of sensitive personal data.