Emuparadise
HighThe 2018 Emuparadise breach exposed data of 1.1M users from its vBulletin forum.
- Records exposed
- 1,131,229 records
- Breach date
- Breach Apr 1, 2018
- Last update
- Updated Jun 15, 2019
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 April 2018, a breach of the vBulletin-powered forum associated with Emuparadise, a platform renowned for its catalog of retro gaming content, exposed the personal information of 1.1 million users. The compromised data included email addresses, IP addresses, usernames, and salted MD5 passwords. This incident highlights the persistent threat targeted towards high-traffic online forums and underscores the importance of adopting advanced security measures and encrypting sensitive data.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users' login credentials and IPs were compromised, increasing the risk of account hijacking.
- Business Impact
- The platform's reputation was impacted, amplifying user trust concerns.
- Affected Sectors
- Gaming
- Online Communities
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change your password immediately, especially if it's reused on other sites.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized access attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Avoid reusing passwords across platforms.
- •Utilize password management tools for stronger credentials.
- •Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) wherever possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.