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Candace Owens Denies Role in Kash Patel Email Hack as FBI Confirms Iran-Backed Group

The FBI has confirmed that the Iran-linked Handala HackTeam breached the personal email account of former official Kash Patel, sharing purported resume and photos, while Candace Owens has dismissed viral claims linking her to the incident. The US State Department has offered a $10 million bounty for information on the group, and the FBI reassures that the leaked material is historical and does not involve current government information.

27 Mar, 14:38 — 28 Mar, 11:02
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BBCHigh18h ago

Iran-backed hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel's personal emails

A hacker group shares Patel's purported resume and photos - information, the FBI says, is "historical in nature".

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globe-and-mailHigh22h ago

Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel’s personal e-mail, publish excerpts online - The Globe and Mail

Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel’s personal e-mail, publish excerpts online  The Globe and Mail

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual2h ago

Candace Owens slams Kash Patel cyberattack rumors as false claims

Candace Owens dismissed viral claims linking her to the hacking of Kash Patel’s personal email, mocking the accusations and calling them baseless. Authorities confirmed the breach was carried out by an Iran-affiliated group, with no impact on classified systems. As misinformation spread online, Owens referenced Alexis Wilkins, highlighting how speculation and conspiracy theories continue to cloud high-profile cyber incidents.

By BARSHA DUTTA

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual9h ago

What was revealed in the Kash Patel email leak? Inside the files

Iran-linked hackers breach Kash Patel's email, releasing personal photos and over 300 emails online.

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ndtvMostly Factual11h ago

"Dedicated To Ship Martyrs": Iran-Linked Group On Hacking Kash Patel's Email

The State Department offered a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification of members of the pro-Iranian hacktivist group the Handala Hack Team.

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national-uaeMixed22h ago

Iran-linked Handala hacking group breached FBI and obtained Kash Patel photos - thenationalnews.com

Iran-linked Handala hacking group breached FBI and obtained Kash Patel photos  thenationalnews.com

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Daily Star BDMixed21h ago

Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director's personal email, publish excerpts online - The Daily Star

Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director's personal email, publish excerpts online  The Daily Star

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star-malaysiaMixed23h ago

Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director's personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in - The Star

Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director's personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in  The Star

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myjoyonlineMixed15h ago

Iran-backed hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel’s personal emails

FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account has been hacked by an Iran-linked group, the agency has confirmed.

By David Apinga

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senewebMixed12h ago

Photos, emails... Hackers linked to Iran hack the FBI director's personal email account - Seneweb

Photos, emails... Hackers linked to Iran hack the FBI director's personal email account  Seneweb

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First report: star-malaysia · 27 Mar, 14:38Full coverage: 16 · 21hWindow: 21h
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star-malaysia27 Mar, 14:38First to report

Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director's personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in - The Star

national-uae27 Mar, 15:22

Iran-linked Handala hacking group breached FBI and obtained Kash Patel photos - thenationalnews.com

globe-and-mail27 Mar, 15:30

Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel’s personal e-mail, publish excerpts online - The Globe and Mail

Daily Star BD27 Mar, 16:02

Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director's personal email, publish excerpts online - The Daily Star

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CNN27 Mar, 19:02

Iran-linked hackers have breached FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal emails - CNN

BBC27 Mar, 19:21

Iran-backed hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel's personal emails

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myjoyonline27 Mar, 22:01

Iran-backed hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel’s personal emails

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seneweb28 Mar, 01:59

Photos, emails... Hackers linked to Iran hack the FBI director's personal email account - Seneweb

ndtv28 Mar, 02:40

"Dedicated To Ship Martyrs": Iran-Linked Group On Hacking Kash Patel's Email

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hindustan-times28 Mar, 04:08

What was revealed in the Kash Patel email leak? Inside the files

indian-express28 Mar, 04:54

Iran vs US-Israel War News Live Updates: FBI confirms Kash Patel email hack, claimed by Iran-linked group

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NHK World28 Mar, 06:39

米FBI長官にサイバー攻撃 “イラン関わる”ハッカー集団が声明

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la-repubblica28 Mar, 08:46

Hacker iraniani violano la mail del direttore dell’Fbi e diffondono foto e documenti di Patel

il-sole-24-ore28 Mar, 09:19

Hacker Iran hanno violato email del direttore dell’Fbi Patel

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Times of India28 Mar, 11:02

Candace Owens slams Kash Patel cyberattack rumors as false claims

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luxemburger-wort28 Mar, 12:07Latest update

Berichte: Hacker knacken Mailfach des FBI-Chefs Patel