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GamingMonk
MediumGamingMonk breach exposed 654,510 user records including personal information and hashed passwords.
654,510 recordsBreach Dec 2, 2020Updated Nov 5, 2023
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEmail addressesNamesPasswordsPhone numbersUsernames
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In December 2020, GamingMonk, a prominent esports community in India, experienced a data breach compromising 654,510 user records. Exposed data included email addresses, names, usernames, phone numbers, dates of birth, and bcrypt-hashed passwords.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users' personal data, including contact information and authentication details, were exposed, raising potential risks of phishing and account compromise.
- Business Impact
- GamingMonk's reputation and user trust suffered, potentially impacting user engagement and partnerships.
- Affected Sectors
- Esports
- Gaming
- Geographic Impact
- India
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change and strengthen passwords for all accounts sharing credentials with the breached one.
- •Be vigilant against phishing attempts using exposed information.
- •Enable multi-factor authentication where possible.
Preventive Measures
- •Utilize unique passwords for each online account.
- •Regularly review data permissions and share only necessary information.
- •Stay informed about data security best practices for digital platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Exposed data includes email addresses, names, usernames, phone numbers, dates of birth, and bcrypt-hashed passwords.