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Story summary
- A database linked to IDMerit, a global identity verification provider, exposed about 1 billion records across 26 countries, including over 203 million in the United States, with names, addresses, dates of birth, and national ID numbers.
- Researchers discovered the unprotected database on November 11, 2025.
- The database was secured the next day, with no evidence of criminal access.
- Experts recommend freezing credit reports and using password managers to mitigate risk.
