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MediumHub4Tech's 2017 breach exposed 36,916 records with email addresses and unsalted MD5 password hashes.
- Records exposed
- 36,916 records
- Breach date
- Breach Jan 1, 2017
- Last update
- Updated Dec 9, 2018
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesPasswords
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In 2017, Hub4Tech, an Indian training and assessment platform, experienced a security breach resulting from a SQL injection attack. Affected users' email addresses and passwords, stored unsafely as unsalted MD5 hashes, were exposed, compromising approximately 36,916 records. Efforts to contact Hub4Tech regarding this incident were unsuccessful.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users faced exposure of linked accounts due to weak password hashing practices.
- Business Impact
- Reputational damage to the platform, reduced trust from users and partners.
- Affected Sectors
- Education
- Training Services
- Geographic Impact
- India
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Immediately reset your account password on Hub4Tech and any other accounts utilizing the same password.
- •Monitor your email for signs of suspicious activity and phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Use strong unique passwords and consider password management tools.
- •Ensure services you use employ robust encryption mechanisms for sensitive data.
- •Stay informed about cybersecurity measures and data breach notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Change your password on Hub4Tech and any other account where you used the same credentials.