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MediumHLTV.org experienced a breach in June 2016, exposing user accounts and data such as emails and password hashes.
611,070 recordsBreach Jun 19, 2016Updated Mar 22, 2017
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesNamesPasswordsUsernamesWebsite activity
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
The online platform HLTV.org, recognized as the premier source for competitive Counter-Strike data, experienced a data breach in June 2016. This unauthorized access led to the exposure of approximately 611,070 user accounts. Exposed data included email addresses, usernames, full names, hashes of passwords encrypted by bcrypt, and records of website activity.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users may experience privacy concerns, targeted phishing schemes, or credential-stuffing attacks if similar passwords are reused.
- Business Impact
- The breach could damage the brand’s reputation, incite legal inquiries, and impact user trust.
- Affected Sectors
- Online entertainment
- Gaming
- Geographic Impact
- Worldwide
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords for accounts reusing the same credentials.
- •Enable multifactor authentication on all accounts.
- •Monitor for phishing attempts using exposed email addresses.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords for online platforms.
- •Implement a reputable password manager.
- •Regularly review accounts for abnormal activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
It is advisable to change all reused passwords and monitor email accounts for suspicious activities.