U.S. Congressional Budget Office Hit by Cyberattack, Sensitive Data Compromised

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO), which serves as Congress’s official financial advisor, has been targeted in a suspected cyberattack by suspected foreign actors.

The breach exposed sensitive financial research data that lawmakers rely on to make crucial budgeting decisions and craft legislation affecting millions of Americans.

The CBO confirmed the attack through an official agency spokeswoman, revealing that unauthorized individuals gained access to the organization’s systems.

This nonpartisan agency conducts some of the most critical financial analyses for the U.S. government, including budget projections, economic forecasts, and cost estimates for proposed legislation.

What Data Was at Risk?

The exact scope of compromised data remains unclear. However, the CBO maintains extensive databases that contain detailed financial research, economic models, and budget analysis, which directly influence congressional decision-making.

This information is typically used to evaluate the financial impact of new legislation before votes occur. The loss of such sensitive ...