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Ajarn
MediumAjarn faced a data breach in Dec 2018 affecting 266,399 records with sensitive personal details.
266,399 recordsBreach Dec 13, 2018Updated Sep 26, 2021
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEducation levelsEmail addressesGendersGeographic locationsJob applicationsMarital statusesNamesNationalitiesPasswordsPhone numbersProfile photos
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
Ajarn, a Thai platform aimed at English language professionals, experienced a security breach in December 2018, leading to unauthorized access to user information including personal and account details. The breach was self-reported, with awareness beginning in September 2021.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users were exposed to increased risks of identity theft and phishing.
- Business Impact
- Ajarn faced reputational risk and an obligation to notify impacted users and secure their platform.
- Affected Sectors
- Education
- Geographic Impact
- Thailand
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change your password for Ajarn and any other accounts using the same password.
- •Be cautious with unsolicited communications.
- •Monitor your accounts for unauthorized activity.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords for each account.
- •Enable Two-Factor Authentication where available.
- •Stay informed about potential phishing tactics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Update your password and remain vigilant for phishing attempts.