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BannerBit

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The BannerBit breach of 2018 exposed 213k user credentials in plaintext, emphasizing risks of poor data handling practices.

Records exposed
213,415 records
Breach date
Breach Dec 29, 2018
Last update
Updated Jan 8, 2019
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesPasswords

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In December 2018, the online ad platform BannerBit experienced a data breach that resulted in the exposure of sensitive user information, such as email addresses and passwords stored in plaintext. This incident was reported to Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) by a third party, but attempts to contact BannerBit regarding the breach remain unanswered.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Affected users faced potential account compromises due to exposed plaintext passwords.
Business Impact
The organization's lack of response and inadequate data protection erodes stakeholder trust.
Affected Sectors
  • Online Advertising
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Promptly update passwords for affected accounts.
  • •Monitor accounts for suspicious login attempts.

Preventive Measures

  • •Encourage platforms to enforce strong password hashing.
  • •Avoid reusing passwords across accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Change your password for affected accounts and monitor for suspicious activity.