Naz.API
High'Naz.API' stealer logs exposed 71M email-password pairs; highlights credential management flaws.
- Records exposed
- 70,840,771 records
- Breach date
- Breach Sep 20, 2023
- Last update
- Updated Jan 17, 2024
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In September 2023, a cumulative data set referred to as 'Naz.API,' encompassing over 71 million unique email addresses and 100 million passwords from various sources, was leaked publicly and shared in a hacking forum, potentially originating from poorly secured systems and credential stuffing activities. This breach highlights the security risks associated with reused or poorly managed credentials, underscoring the importance of strong and unique passwords along with multi-factor authentication.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromised email-password pairs can result in unauthorized account access.
- Business Impact
- Increased risks to businesses from credential stuffing attacks.
- Affected Sectors
- Technology
- Personal Accounts
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords for any accounts using the exposed credentials.
- •Enable two-factor authentication.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized access.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique, strong passwords for every account.
- •Adopt password management tools.
- •Regularly audit online accounts for potential exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.