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GateHub

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Cryptocurrency wallet service GateHub faced the breach of 1.4 million accounts, exposing encrypted keys, passwords, and mnemonics.

Records exposed
1,408,078 records
Breach date
Breach Jun 4, 2019
Last update
Updated Dec 24, 2019
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesEncrypted keysMnemonic phrasesPasswords

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

The GateHub breach involved the exposure of over 1.4 million user records, including sensitive encrypted keys and authentication data, resulting from unauthorized access to their systems. This incident underscores the importance of securing high-sensitivity services and handling cryptographic assets with robust cybersecurity measures.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Unauthorized access to user cryptocurrency wallets and potential misuse of encrypted keys.
Business Impact
Trust erosion among users and potential reputational loss for GateHub.
Affected Sectors
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Services
  • Information Security
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change GateHub account password immediately.
  • •Monitor associated wallets for unauthorized transactions.
  • •Consider transferring assets to unaffected wallets.

Preventive Measures

  • •Enable multi-factor authentication where possible.
  • •Use unique passwords for all accounts.
  • •Regularly review account security settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Email addresses, encrypted keys, mnemonic phrases, and bcrypt-hashed passwords were exposed.