Pro-Iran hackers say they breached FBI chief Patel’s email account, post personal files

South China Morning Post National SecurityNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressMarch 27, 2026 at 05:39 PM

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FBI director’s personal email, photos and documents leaked by Iran-linked hackers

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A pro-Iranian hacking group, Handala, claimed responsibility for hacking an account belonging to FBI Director Kash Patel on Friday, March 28, 2026. The group posted what they claim are years-old photographs, a resume, and other personal documents online. The released information appears to be over a decade old and includes details about Patel's personal travels and business dealings. Handala stated their actions were intended to publicly shame Patel. The FBI acknowledged the incident and stated they are aware of malicious actors targeting Patel's personal email and have taken steps to mitigate potential risks.

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We have taken all necessary steps to mitigate potential risks associated with this activity.

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The FBI is aware of malicious actors targeting Director Patel’s personal email information.

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The group posted online what appear to be years-old photographs of him, along with a work résumé and other personal documents.

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Pro-Iranian hacking group claimed Friday to have hacked an account of FBI Director Kash Patel.

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Many of those records appeared to be more than a decade old.

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Iranian school bombing ×240% Iran ×260% Handala ×280% Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) ×385% Kash Patel ×690%

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hacking 90% kash patel 90% pro-iran hackers 80% data breach 80% personal information 70% email account 70% fbi 60% handala 60% cybersecurity 50% online posting 40%