In Baksan, a senior traffic police officer from the Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria faces serious suspicions of using malware during the execution of driver’s license examinations. Local sources report that this allegation has drawn the attention of investigators and sparked a formal inquiry into potential illegal computer activity linked to the licensing process.
The core claim centers on a malicious program discovered on one of the office computers used to conduct theoretical road rules tests. According to the account, the software operated through an algorithm designed to swap the test answers with the correct ones, effectively guiding applicants to pass without the typical challenge of genuine knowledge. This manipulation, if confirmed, would undermine the integrity of the licensing exams and call into question the security measures protecting sensitive testing environments.
Investigators indicate that the malware found on the cabinet’s computer reached the machine via the electronic mail of a senior inspector associated with mobilization training at the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ Advanced Studies Institute. The email-origin detail is seen as a potential link in a broader scheme that could involve unauthorized access to exam materials and the manipulation of outcomes for certain applicants.
The officer in question, a colonel within the traffic police, has been detained as the investigation moves forward. Authorities are weighing potential charges that may cover bribery, abuse of power, and the creation or deployment of malware. The case highlights ongoing concerns about cyber-enabled tactics that can influence career-critical decisions within law enforcement structures and the licensing system.
Separately, a lieutenant colonel from the Novosibirsk traffic police has faced allegations of using similar malware methods to obtain license plate configurations described as visually attractive or “beautiful” plates for vehicles. This separate thread of inquiry underscores a pattern of interest in exploiting digital tools to benefit specific outcomes within vehicle registration and identification processes.
Earlier reporting indicated that a separate incident connected to Volgograd involved the dismissal or removal of two ministry officers after an unrelated episode involving a high-profile figure. In that case, the events involved a well-known singer and the use of a police patrol car for VIP transport. The sequence of events has prompted discussions about oversight, discipline, and the boundaries of official resources in handling vehicles and related privileges. These developments collectively raise questions about how security protocols, monitoring systems, and executive accountability are managed across different regions and departments.