Kyle Schutt, a DOGE software engineer, had his computer infected by info-stealing malware, leading to the disclosure of his login credentials from multiple public leaks.
The leaked credentials indicate that Schutt had access to sensitive systems such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency's core financial management system and potentially confidential information through his roles at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
Journalist Micah Lee revealed that Schutt's usernames and passwords have been exposed multiple times since 2023, suggesting ongoing security breaches due to info-stealer malware.
Info-stealing malware can infiltrate devices through various means and not only steal login credentials but also record keystrokes and capture screen output, posing significant security risks.