CALIFORNIA JUST GAVE ME YOUR ADDRESS! - CCW HOLDER PERSONAL INFO "LEAK"

Published on June 28, 2022
Duration: 5:38

This video details a significant data breach by the California Department of Justice, exposing the personal identifying information of CCW holders, applicants, and firearm purchasers. The speaker, Reno May, highlights the repeated nature of these leaks and expresses concern over the handling of sensitive data, advocating for responsible data management and potential legal action.

Quick Summary

The California Department of Justice has experienced a significant data leak, exposing the personal identifying information (names, addresses) of CCW holders, applicants, and firearm purchasers. This breach occurred via the 'Open Justice' portal, which had a vulnerability allowing easy download of sensitive data, marking the second such incident.

Chapters

  1. 00:00California CCW Data Leak Introduction
  2. 00:49Open Justice Portal Functionality
  3. 01:18Data Access Vulnerability and Fix
  4. 02:14Previous Public Records vs. Current Leak
  5. 03:13Magnitude of the Data Breach
  6. 03:59Advocacy and Responsible Data Handling
  7. 04:58Call for Community and Tech Input

Frequently Asked Questions

What personal information was leaked by the California Department of Justice regarding CCW holders?

The California Department of Justice leaked personal identifying information, including full names and addresses, of CCW holders, applicants, and most firearm purchasers. This data was made accessible through a public portal.

How did the California DOJ's 'Open Justice' portal facilitate the data leak?

The 'Open Justice' portal had a vulnerability that allowed users to download the names and addresses of CCW holders by simply checking a box. This data was publicly accessible for a period before the functionality was removed.

Is this the first time the California DOJ has leaked CCW holder information?

No, this is reportedly the second time the California Department of Justice has leaked personal information related to CCW holders and firearm purchasers. The speaker highlights this as a recurring issue.

What actions are being taken or recommended in response to the California CCW data leak?

The speaker has contacted Second Amendment advocacy groups like the Firearms Policy Coalition and CRPA's legal firm to seek action. There's a call for community and tech input to understand the nature of the breach and advocate for better data security.

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