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LimeLeads
HighIn 2019, LimeLeads exposed 17.8M business records due to an open server, including emails and phone numbers.
17,838,396 recordsBreach Aug 1, 2019Updated Sep 22, 2026
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesEmployersGeographic locationsJob titlesPhone numbers
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
The LimeLeads data breach in 2019 compromised 17.8 million records from an unsecured Elasticsearch server, impacting business contacts with exposed details such as email addresses, phone numbers, and geographic information.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Individuals affected may face increased risks of phishing scams, targeted social engineering attacks, and potential identity misuse.
- Business Impact
- The now-defunct LimeLeads' reputation was significantly impacted, underscoring vulnerabilities in data storage practices and access controls.
- Affected Sectors
- B2B Marketing and Lead Generation
- Technology Services
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Remain vigilant of unsolicited emails or contacts.
- •Change associated account passwords.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized activities.
- •Consider enabling two-factor authentication where possible.
Preventive Measures
- •Organizations should regularly audit server configurations.
- •Implement access restrictions on sensitive data storage.
- •Use encryption to secure data both at rest and in transit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
The breach exposed email addresses, employers, job titles, geographic locations, and phone numbers.