A bug in jury systems used by several US states exposed sensitive personal data of potential jurors.
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Bug in Jury Systems Exposes Sensitive Data
What Happened with the Bug in Jury Systems? A serious bug in jury systems used by several US states recently exposed sensitive personal data, including names, home addresses, and other private details. This vulnerability affected online platforms built by Tyler Technologies, which courts rely on to manage juror information. Security researchers discovered that these sites lacked proper protections, allowing unauthorized users to access confidential juror data. States impacted include California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Michigan, and Virginia. How Did the Bug in Jury Systems Work? The bug occurred because each juror was assigned a unique numerical identifier that could be easily guessed. The system did not include “rate-limiting,” meaning attackers could try multiple combinations without being blocked. As a result, anyone could systematically access personal information of jurors selected for service. Once notified, Tyler Technologies began patching the flaw to secure…
