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hackforums.net
MediumThe 2011 hackforums.net breach exposed personal data of over 191,000 users.
191,540 recordsBreach Jun 25, 2011Updated May 11, 2014
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEmail addressesInstant messenger identitiesIP addressesPasswordsSocial connectionsSpoken languagesTime zonesUser website URLsUsernamesWebsite activity
Detailed Analysis
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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