Hathway
HighA December 2023 breach of Hathway exposed 4.7M records, including emails, personal and contact information.
- Records exposed
- 4,670,080 records
- Breach date
- Breach Dec 17, 2023
- Last update
- Updated Jan 12, 2024
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In December 2023, an extensive data breach involving Hathway, an Indian ISP and digital TV provider, was disclosed. This incident resulted in the exposure of over 4.7 million records, including sensitive personal information such as email addresses, names, hashed passwords, physical and IP addresses, phone numbers, and support ticket details, appearing on a hacking website.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Affected users face increased risks from phishing, unauthorized account access, and identity fraud.
- Business Impact
- Hathway may experience reputational damage, legal ramifications, and financial burdens.
- Affected Sectors
- Telecommunications
- Digital Entertainment
- Geographic Impact
- India
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Update your passwords for Hathway accounts and reuse sites.
- •Monitor your accounts for unauthorized activity.
- •Be cautious of phishing attempts targeting your exposed information.
Preventive Measures
- •Use strong, unique passwords for your accounts.
- •Activate Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on services where available.
- •Regularly review account security settings and monitor for breaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.