The Epoch Times The Department of Licensing (DOL) of Washington State announced on Friday it is investigating a potential data breach that may have affected hundreds and thousands of people.
The agency, besides issuing driver and vehicle licenses, also issues licenses for 39 categories of businesses and professionals, including for appraisers, engineers, barbers, bail bondsmen, real estate agents, car dealers, driving instructors, and firearms licenses, to ensure they have proper documentation and are in compliance with state regulations.
The DOLÂ said that it detected suspicious activity in the week of Jan. 24 on one of its online license application and renewal systemâthe Professional Online Licensing and Regulatory Information System (POLARIS)âwhich is used for professional licenses, not for driver and vehicle licensing…
