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GameSprite
HighGameSprite's December 2019 breach exposed sensitive user data including email addresses and password hashes.
- Records exposed
- 6,164,643 records
- Breach date
- Breach Dec 17, 2019
- Last update
- Updated Oct 30, 2023
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesIP addressesPasswordsUsernames
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In December 2019, the defunct gaming platform GameSprite experienced a security breach that compromised the personal information of over six million users. The exposed data encompassed email addresses, usernames, IP addresses, and password hashes.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromised personal data poses risks of credential stuffing and phishing.
- Business Impact
- Reputational damage contributed to platform closure.
- Affected Sectors
- Gaming
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords on impacted and associated accounts.
- •Be cautious of phishing attempts using compromised email addresses.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords for separate services and enable two-factor authentication.
- •Monitor any anomalies in associated online accounts; report suspicious activity immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
The exposed data can be used in phishing attacks or to attempt access to accounts.