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Colorado Voting System Password Leak Investigated

Investigation launched into the leak of voting system passwords accidentally posted on a Colorado state website.

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Denver District Attorney's OfficeColorado Secretary Of State's OfficeColorado County Clerks AssociationColorado Republican PartyAssociated Press

Jena GriswoldJared PolisKandace GerdesMatt JablowKailee Stiles

What was the official statement regarding the leaked passwords?: Secretary of State Jena Griswold stated the leak was accidental and didn't pose an immediate security threat, a claim supported by the Colorado County Clerks Association.
What is the subject of the Denver District Attorney's investigation?: The Denver District Attorney's office is investigating a leak of voting system passwords that were accidentally posted on a Colorado state website for months before being removed.
How were the passwords secured and what was the ruling on ballot recounting?: The passwords were part of a layered security system, only usable to access voting systems in person within secure and monitored rooms; a judge rejected a hand count request due to lack of evidence of system compromise.
What was the political reaction and what steps were taken to address the leak?: The leak sparked criticism from the Colorado Republican Party, despite assurances that elections remain fair and reliable; Governor Jared Polis and Griswold initiated a statewide password change and security check.
How did the passwords get leaked and what is the current status of the investigation?: The passwords were on a hidden spreadsheet tab posted by a staff member on the Secretary of State's website; the investigation is ongoing, and the spokesperson for the Denver DA declined to comment further.

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