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Hopamedia
HighIn 2024, Hopamedia faced an exposure of 23.8 million records containing personal identifiable information.
- Records exposed
- 23,835,870 records
- Breach date
- Breach Aug 30, 2020
- Last update
- Updated Dec 16, 2024
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesGeographic locationsNamesPhone numbersTelecommunications carrier
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
The Hopamedia breach was discovered in 2024, revealing approximately 23.8 million sensitive records. These records, stemming from activities dated back to 2020, contained personal identifiable information, such as email addresses, names, phone numbers, geographic locations, and telecommunications carriers.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users might be susceptible to phishing due to exposed contact information and carrier details.
- Business Impact
- Exposed user details could undermine consumer trust and lead to regulatory scrutiny.
- Affected Sectors
- Telecommunications
- Consumer Services
- Geographic Impact
- Global distribution
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Enable two-factor authentication on online accounts.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized access.
- •Be vigilant against phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Use secure and updated database configurations.
- •Conduct regular security audits.
- •Employ encryption for sensitive records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Contact your telecommunications provider to inquire about security measures taken. Change passwords and secure online accesses.