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HighThe Neopets breach disclosed nearly 27 million users' sensitive data, including plain text passwords.
- Records exposed
- 26,892,897 records
- Breach date
- Breach May 5, 2013
- Last update
- Updated Jul 7, 2016
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEmail addressesGendersGeographic locationsIP addressesNamesPasswordsUsernames
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
The Neopets data breach occurred when personal information from the platform's users was exposed online. The data included information such as dates of birth, email addresses, usernames, and passwords stored in plain text, affecting nearly 27 million accounts.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromised accounts and potential misuse of personal information.
- Business Impact
- Damage to brand reputation and loss of user trust.
- Affected Sectors
- Online Gaming
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Immediately change passwords.
- •Monitor accounts for unusual activity.
- •Use a password manager to create strong, unique passwords.
Preventive Measures
- •Implement robust encryption for sensitive data.
- •Regularly review access controls.
- •Educate staff on cybersecurity practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Dates of birth, email addresses, usernames, plain text passwords, IP addresses, and genders among others.