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EyeEm

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EyeEm suffered a breach in February 2018, exposing 19.6M user records, including personal and login details.

Records exposed
19,611,022 records
Breach date
Breach Feb 28, 2018
Last update
Updated Feb 16, 2019

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

BiosEmail addressesNamesPasswordsUsernames

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In February 2018, the photography-focused platform EyeEm experienced a data breach involving approximately 19.6 million user records. The exposed information encompassed email addresses, names, usernames, bios, and password hashes, raising concerns about user safety and emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users' sensitive data was exposed, potentially leading to privacy violations and security risks.
Business Impact
The breach negatively impacted EyeEm's reputation and necessitated enhanced security protocols.
Affected Sectors
  • Photography
  • Social Media
  • Information Technology
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • Change the password linked to your EyeEm account.
  • Monitor accounts for any unusual activity.
  • Update accounts sharing the same credentials.

Preventive Measures

  • Use unique, complex passwords for online accounts.
  • Enable multi-factor authentication when available.
  • Regularly review and update security settings for accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Exposed data includes email addresses, names, usernames, bios, and password hashes.

Attribution

Additional attribution provided with the breach record.

Kuroi'sh or Gabriel Kimiaie-Asadi Bildstein