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Funimation
HighThe 2016 Funimation breach exposed 2.5 million accounts, including personal data and hashed passwords.
2,491,103 recordsBreach Jul 1, 2016Updated Feb 20, 2017
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEmail addressesPasswordsUsernames
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In July 2016, Funimation, a website dedicated to anime content, reported a data breach compromising 2.5 million user accounts. The exposed data encompassed usernames, email addresses, dates of birth, and hashed (salted SHA-1) passwords. This breach underscores the significance of robust password security and timely vulnerability management.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users faced risks of identity theft and account compromise across platforms due to the sensitive nature of the data.
- Business Impact
- The breach likely affected Funimation's reputation and customer trust, with potential operational disruptions.
- Affected Sectors
- Entertainment
- E-commerce
- Geographic Impact
- Potentially Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords immediately on Funimation and related accounts.
- •Enable multi-factor authentication wherever possible.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized access or anomalous activity.
- •Stay informed about the ongoing situation and updates from Funimation.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique, strong passwords for different accounts.
- •Routinely update passwords and update software promptly.
- •Employ password managers to securely store and handle credentials.
- •Be cautious of phishing attempts or unsolicited emails requesting personal information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Immediately update your passwords, ensure they are unique for every service, and implement two-factor authentication where possible.