Officials: No classified info acquired in possible DHS, CIA email hack

Kevin Johnson | USA TODAY

WASHINGTON — Federal authorities are reviewing the possible hack of personal email accounts connected to CIA Director John Brennan and Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson.

The review follows a New York Post report that an American high school student had gained access to personal accounts used by Brennan and Johnson.

Two U.S. officials, who were not authorized to comment publicly on the nature of the inquiry, said no classified information was compromised.

Secret Service spokeswoman Nicole Mainor said Monday the agency is reviewing the claims.

"We are aware of the reports that have surfaced on social media and have referred the matter to the appropriate authorities,'' CIA spokesman Dean Boyd said.

Separately, DHS issued a similar statement, saying that officials "do not comment on the secretary's personal security.''

According to the Post report, the newspaper was contacted by the unidentified hacker who claimed that he was motivated by his opposition to U.S. foreign policy and support for Palestine.

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