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Brazzers
MediumA 2013 breach of Brazzers exposed 790k user accounts with sensitive data.
790,724 recordsBreach Apr 1, 2013Updated Sep 5, 2016
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesPasswordsUsernames
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In April 2013, the adult website Brazzers suffered a security breach, exposing the accounts of approximately 790,724 users. The exposed information consisted of usernames, email addresses, and plaintext passwords. This event was disclosed to the public in September 2016 through the Vigilante.pw platform.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromised user accounts could lead to credential reuse attacks or personal embarrassment.
- Business Impact
- The organization's reputation and user trust were significantly impacted.
- Affected Sectors
- Entertainment
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change your passwords on sites where similar credentials were used.
- •Enable multi-factor authentication wherever possible.
- •Be vigilant for phishing attempts.
- •Consider using a password manager.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords for each account.
- •Regularly review and update passwords.
- •Employ multi-factor authentication.
- •Avoid sharing sensitive information unnecessarily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Immediately change your password for the affected account and ensure it is unique. Avoid using the same password on other accounts.