2,844 Separate Data Breaches
HighA repository of over 80 million email-password pairs from various breaches emerged in February 2018.
- Records exposed
- 80,115,532 records
- Breach date
- Breach Feb 19, 2018
- Last update
- Updated Feb 26, 2018
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In February 2018, a large dataset comprised of 2,844 files containing information from various alleged data breaches was publicly identified. This included over 80 million unique email addresses paired with plaintext passwords, of which much of the data was novel to the security community. This breach, while unverified, underscores significant concerns about data aggregation and unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromise of email and password combinations posed increased account security risks.
- Business Impact
- Reputational damage to affected businesses, alongside increased exposure to credential stuffing attacks.
- Affected Sectors
- Various
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Verify if your email is listed using breach notification services.
- •Update passwords immediately on any affected accounts.
- •Enable two-factor authentication on all online platforms.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique and strong passwords for all accounts.
- •Implement password managers for secure storage and generation.
- •Frequent monitoring of account access and unauthorized activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.