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MediumBreach at DailyObjects exposed 464k customer records with sensitive data.
- Records exposed
- 464,260 records
- Breach date
- Breach Jan 1, 2018
- Last update
- Updated Jan 28, 2020
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesNamesPasswordsPhone numbersPhysical addresses
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In January 2018, a breach involving the Indian online retailer DailyObjects exposed 464,260 customer records. Data compromised included names, physical and email addresses, phone numbers, and plain text passwords. Following discovery, multiple attempts to engage with the organization for verification were partly successful but left unresolved closure after presentation of the findings.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Personal details such as contact information and account credentials were leaked, significantly increasing the risk of phishing and targeted scams.
- Business Impact
- The breach potentially damaged customer trust and exposed the organization to litigation and reputational harm.
- Affected Sectors
- Retail
- E-commerce
- Geographic Impact
- India
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Users should reset their DailyObjects account password and ensure no reused credentials are employed across other platforms.
- •Monitor for unusual account activity and be vigilant for phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Utilize unique, strong passwords for each service.
- •Subscribe to credit monitoring services to detect misuse of exposed data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
The breach stemmed from vulnerabilities in how DailyObjects managed and secured customer information.