Bin Weevils
HighBin Weevils breach exposed 1.3 million records including email addresses and plaintext passwords.
- Records exposed
- 1,287,073 records
- Breach date
- Breach Sep 1, 2014
- Last update
- Updated Aug 18, 2017
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 September 2014, Bin Weevils, an online gaming platform, experienced a security incident resulting in unauthorized access to personal data. Initially deemed to involve only limited user details, subsequent reports revealed that the breach exposed a broader range of attributes including email addresses, usernames, ages, genders, IP addresses, and plaintext passwords. Evidence of the breach was verified and analyzed, emphasizing the importance of robust security practices.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Affected users faced risks such as spam, phishing attacks, and account compromise.
- Business Impact
- Bin Weevils faced reputational harm and operational challenges post-breach.
- Affected Sectors
- Entertainment
- Gaming
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords for accounts sharing credentials.
- •Monitor accounts for suspicious activities.
- •Enable multi-factor authentication if available.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords per service.
- •Implement secure hashing algorithms for storing passwords.
- •Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.