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HighA data breach of JoyGames forum in December 2019 exposed data of 4.5 million users.
- Records exposed
- 4,461,787 records
- Breach date
- Breach Dec 14, 2019
- Last update
- Updated Dec 7, 2023
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesIP addressesPasswordsUsernames
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In December 2019, the JoyGames forum experienced a data breach that exposed approximately 4.5 million unique email addresses. The compromised data also included user-associated details such as usernames, IP addresses, and salted MD5 password hashes.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Potential credential compromise and targeted phishing attacks.
- Business Impact
- Loss of user trust and potential regulatory scrutiny.
- Affected Sectors
- Online Gaming
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change login credentials for the JoyGames account.
- •Monitor associated accounts for unauthorized access.
- •Be vigilant for phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Avoid password reuse across platforms.
- •Implement stronger cryptographic standards.
- •Conduct regular security audits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Email addresses, usernames, IP addresses, and salted MD5 password hashes.