OPM Investigates Cybersecurity Risks from DOGE Access

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is under investigation by its inspector general regarding potential cybersecurity risks associated with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The inquiry was prompted by concerns from Democratic lawmakers about unauthorized access to OPM systems, which DOGE reportedly used to email federal workers through a questionable data system. In a letter to the House Oversight Committee, OPM acting Inspector General Norbert Vint pledged to assess risks related to new and modified information systems, noting that the integrity of OPM’s IT security is a priority. Democratic lawmakers expressed alarm over potential violations of privacy and security norms, emphasizing the need for independent oversight in light of these issues. The investigation reflects broader concerns about DOGE's access to sensitive government data and the implications for national security. OPM is also facing a lawsuit related to its new data system.