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hackforums.net

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The 2011 hackforums.net breach exposed personal data of over 191,000 users.

Records exposed
191,540 records
Breach date
Breach Jun 25, 2011
Last update
Updated May 11, 2014
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Dates of birthEmail addressesInstant messenger identitiesIP addressesPasswordsSocial connectionsSpoken languagesTime zonesUser website URLsUsernamesWebsite activity

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In June 2011, the hacktivist group LulzSec disclosed a series of data breaches collectively known as '50 days of lulz,' which included data from hackforums.net. This breach impacted approximately 191,540 users, exposing personal details such as usernames, email addresses, and passwords, along with user-specific data such as dates of birth and spoken languages.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users had their personal information exposed, raising risks of identity theft and targeted cyberattacks.
Business Impact
Hackforums.net's breach affected their reputation and user trust severely.
Affected Sectors
  • Information Technology and Online Communities
Geographic Impact
  • Global impact

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change all passwords associated with hackforums.net and any reused elsewhere.
  • •Monitor PII for signs of misuse (e.g., credit monitoring services).

Preventive Measures

  • •Utilize unique and strong passwords for each account.
  • •Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) when available.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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