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Multiplayer.it
MediumMultiplayer.it breach exposed over 500,000 user records, including emails and hashed passwords.
- Records exposed
- 503,957 records
- Breach date
- Breach Sep 1, 2018
- Last update
- Updated Aug 1, 2024
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.
The data breach from the Italian gaming platform Multiplayer.it involved the exposure of over 503,957 records containing sensitive information such as email addresses, usernames, and salted MD5 password hashes. Confirmed to have originated in September 2018, the data surfaced publicly six years later in April 2024 on a hacking forum.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Exposed credentials could lead to unauthorized account access for affected users.
- Business Impact
- The organization faced reputational damage and potential customer trust erosion.
- Affected Sectors
- Gaming
- Online Communities
- Geographic Impact
- Italy
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords associated with Multiplayer.it and other accounts using similar credentials.
- •Enable two-factor authentication on all accounts.
- •Monitor email accounts for unauthorized access and phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Avoid using the same password across multiple services.
- •Use strong, unique passwords and consider a password manager.
- •Stay informed on potential breaches affecting services you use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Email addresses, usernames, and salted MD5 password hashes were exposed.