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GameSalad

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GameSalad platform's 2019 breach exposed 1.5M records with hashed passwords.

1,506,242 recordsBreach Feb 24, 2019Updated Jul 21, 2019
Source

Exposed data classes

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesIP addressesPasswordsUsernames

Detailed Analysis

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In February 2019, GameSalad, an educational platform for game creation, experienced a data breach, resulting in the unauthorized exposure of user information, including email addresses, IP addresses, usernames, and passwords hashed via SHA-256. This incident affected approximately 1.5 million accounts.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users' contact and login information were exposed, increasing phishing and account compromise risks.
Business Impact
GameSalad faced reputational damage and potential regulatory scrutiny.
Affected Sectors
  • Education Technology
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Immediately change account passwords on GameSalad.
  • •Enable two-factor authentication where possible.
  • •Verify account security on frequently used platforms.

Preventive Measures

  • •Use strong, distinct passwords for all accounts.
  • •Consider a password manager to securely manage credentials.
  • •Regularly monitor accounts for unusual activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The breach exposed email addresses, usernames, IP addresses, and SHA-256 hashed passwords.