Is the OPM Data Breach the Tip of the Iceberg?

Is the OPM Data Breach the Tip of the Iceberg? Volume 1 examines the massive cybersecurity failure at the Office of Personnel Management. This report details the June 2015 announcement regarding a breach affecting the personally identifiable information of millions of federal employees. As investigations unfolded, evidence suggested that sensitive background investigation data was compromised, potentially impacting up to 18 million individuals. This text provides a critical look at the vulnerabilities within government computer systems and the growing scale of digital intrusions.

The publication addresses the rapid escalation of cyber threats facing both the public and private sectors. By analyzing data from the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the book highlights a massive increase in reported information security incidents. Categorized under computers, internet, and online safety and privacy, this volume serves as a technical investigation into federal data security. It explores the systemic risks posed by modern hacking techniques and the increasing frequency of large scale data breaches.