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Gawker

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Breach of Gawker media in 2010 exposed 1.2M user records due to a targeted attack.

Records exposed
1,247,574 records
Breach date
Breach Dec 11, 2010
Last update
Updated Dec 4, 2013
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesPasswordsUsernames

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In December 2010, the media company Gawker was targeted and breached by the hacker group "Gnosis," leading to the exposure of over 1.2 million user records, including email addresses, usernames, and passwords. The motives were reportedly linked to ongoing disputes, highlighting the importance of securing sensitive online platforms against targeted attacks.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users faced risks of identity compromise and credential-based attacks due to exposed email and password data.
Business Impact
The breach resulted in reputational damage and trust issues for the organization.
Affected Sectors
  • Media and Publishing
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change passwords immediately, especially if reused on other platforms.
  • •Enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts if available.
  • •Monitor accounts for unusual activity and phishing attempts.

Preventive Measures

  • •Regularly update passwords and avoid reusing them.
  • •Implement two-factor authentication to secure accounts.
  • •Stay informed about security best practices for password management.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Email addresses, usernames, and passwords were exposed.