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Sen. Mike Crapo has requested detailed information from the Social Security Administration (SSA) following allegations by its former Chief Data Officer that sensitive data was uploaded to an unsecured cloud server by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The SSA has been asked to explain its response and risk assessment regarding the incident. The agency maintains that the referenced data is stored in a secure, isolated environment with strict access controls.
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has formally denied allegations that officials copied the NUMIDENT database to an insecure cloud environment. SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano stated that the data remains securely stored within the agency's monitored AWS infrastructure and that no unauthorized access or data compromise has occurred. The denial follows whistleblower claims that a live copy of sensitive Social Security data was created in a cloud environment lacking proper oversight.
Jun 29, 2026
A whistleblower complaint alleges a former employee associated with Elon Musk’s **Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)** improperly accessed and removed highly sensitive U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) data, storing it on a thumb drive and later claiming he brought the data to a new job. Reporting indicates the individual told colleagues at a government contractor that he possessed two tightly restricted SSA datasets—**Numident** and the **Master Death File**—and planned to use or share the information at his new employer; the datasets reportedly contain large-scale personally identifiable information (PII) such as Social Security numbers and birth details. The SSA’s **Office of Inspector General** is investigating the allegations and has reportedly notified members of Congress, according to correspondence reviewed by *The Washington Post* and sources familiar with the matter. The reporting frames the alleged conduct as a potentially unprecedented breach of SSA security protocols and notes it follows earlier concerns and legal claims about DOGE-linked access to restricted Social Security data and handling of large volumes of SSA records.
Jun 29, 2026
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a federal agency reportedly created by Elon Musk, has come under intense scrutiny for its handling of sensitive personal data belonging to millions of Americans. According to a report by the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee Democrats, DOGE has been bypassing established cybersecurity protections at three major federal agencies: the Social Security Administration (SSA), the General Services Administration (GSA), and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). The committee's findings are based on staff visits, whistleblower disclosures, legal filings, and media reports, all of which point to significant lapses in data security and privacy compliance by DOGE personnel. One particularly alarming incident involved DOGE uploading the Numident database—a file containing highly sensitive personal information—into an environment lacking additional safeguards, which an internal SSA risk review estimated carried a 35% to 65% chance of a data breach with catastrophic consequences. Whistleblowers further alleged that DOGE staff, including Edward Coristine, had the ability to move sensitive SSA data into unmonitored cloud environments, raising the risk of unauthorized access or exfiltration. The Senate report also highlighted that DOGE teams were sometimes denied access to agency offices due to security concerns, and that DOGE personnel had not completed the same cybersecurity training required of other federal employees. In response to these findings, the committee urged federal agencies to revoke DOGE's access to sensitive information until the department demonstrates compliance with privacy laws and cybersecurity best practices. The report has sparked widespread concern about the potential for large-scale data breaches and the misuse of Americans' personal information. The situation is further complicated by the broader context of increasing government surveillance and the aggregation of disparate data streams, as noted by security experts. The risks posed by DOGE's practices are seen as distinct from those of corporate surveillance, with the potential for government misuse of personal data being particularly acute in a techno-authoritarian environment. The revelations have prompted calls for greater oversight, transparency, and accountability in how federal agencies and their contractors handle sensitive data. Lawmakers and privacy advocates are demanding immediate action to mitigate the risks and prevent future incidents. The controversy underscores the critical importance of robust cybersecurity protocols and strict adherence to privacy regulations in all government operations involving personal data. The ongoing investigation and public debate are likely to shape future policy and enforcement actions regarding federal data security. The case also serves as a cautionary tale for other agencies and private sector partners about the dangers of circumventing established cybersecurity safeguards. As the story develops, the focus remains on ensuring that Americans' personal information is protected from both internal and external threats. The incident has also reignited discussions about the balance between efficiency, innovation, and security in government technology initiatives. Ultimately, the DOGE controversy highlights the urgent need for comprehensive reforms to safeguard the privacy and security of citizens' data in the digital age.
Jun 29, 2026