Foreign hacker reportedly breached FBI servers holding Epstein files in 2023

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A foreign hacker accessed FBI files related to Jeffrey Epstein's investigation during a 2023 break-in at the New York field office.
The breach was initially reported as a 'cyber incident' by the FBI, who restricted access and rectified the network.
The hacker, believed to be a cybercriminal rather than a state actor, left messages expressing disgust at child abuse images on the server.
FBI officials convinced the hacker of their identity via a video chat showing law enforcement credentials.
The breach highlights the potential intelligence value of Epstein's files, which detail ties to prominent figures globally.
The incident occurred after a server was left vulnerable by an FBI agent navigating complex digital evidence procedures.
Many documents related to Epstein remain redacted or secret, citing concerns over victim identities and ongoing investigations.

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