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ai.type

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A misconfigured database exposed over 20 million users' personal data from ai.type.

Records exposed
20,580,060 records
Breach date
Breach Dec 5, 2017
Last update
Updated Dec 8, 2017
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Address book contactsApps installed on devicesCellular network namesDates of birthDevice informationEmail addressesGendersGeographic locationsIMEI numbersIMSI numbersIP addressesNamesPhone numbersProfile photosSocial media profiles

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In December 2017, the virtual keyboard application ai.type experienced a data breach due to an unsecured MongoDB instance containing sensitive user data. The incident exposed 577GB of data belonging to over 20 million users, including contact details, device identifiers, and social media profiles. The breach highlighted vulnerabilities associated with improperly secured cloud storage systems.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Affected users faced potential risks such as identity theft, targeted phishing, and profile misuse.
Business Impact
The organization faced reputational damage, increased scrutiny, and potential regulatory action.
Affected Sectors
  • Technology
  • Personal Services
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change passwords immediately for accounts linked to ai.type.
  • •Monitor financial statements and online accounts for unusual activities.
  • •Enable multi-factor authentication wherever available.

Preventive Measures

  • •Ensure cloud databases are properly secured and configured.
  • •Regularly audit system configurations and access controls.
  • •Educate development teams on secure programming practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.

The breach exposed contact details, device identifiers, email addresses, social media profiles, and more.