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BTC-E

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In 2014, BTC-E faced a data breach exposing cryptocurrency account details and user information.

Records exposed
568,340 records
Breach date
Breach Oct 1, 2014
Last update
Updated Mar 12, 2017
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Account balancesEmail addressesIP addressesPasswordsUsernamesWebsite activity

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In October 2014, BTC-E, a prominent Bitcoin exchange, experienced a security breach resulting in the exposure of sensitive user data, including account balances, email addresses, hashed passwords, IP addresses, usernames, and website activity logs. This has raised concerns regarding the safe storage and protection of cryptocurrency-related information.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Affected users faced risks such as unauthorized account access and privacy compromise.
Business Impact
The breach could tarnish the organization's reputation and trustworthiness within the cryptocurrency space.
Affected Sectors
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Services
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change passwords associated with your BTC-E account.
  • •Monitor cryptocurrency wallet balances for unauthorized activity.
  • •Enable multi-factor authentication on similar platforms.

Preventive Measures

  • •Utilize platforms that prioritize strong encryption.
  • •Regularly update passwords and monitor account activity.
  • •Adopt multi-factor authentication for added security.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Sensitive data, including account balances, email addresses, hashed passwords, and more, was disclosed.