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OGUsers (2020 breach)

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In 2020, OGUsers suffered its second breach, exposing 263K user records online.

Records exposed
263,189 records
Breach date
Breach Apr 2, 2020
Last update
Updated Apr 4, 2020
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesIP addressesPasswordsPrivate messagesUsernames

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In April 2020, the OGUsers forum experienced its second data breach within a year, exposing approximately 263,189 records containing sensitive user information. Data involved included email addresses, IP addresses, usernames, private messages, and salted MD5-hashed passwords, which were later shared on a competing hacking forum.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users may face credential exposure, phishing risks, and identity theft.
Business Impact
Decreased trust and potential legal implications for protecting user data.
Affected Sectors
  • Online Forums
  • Cybersecurity Communities
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Immediately change passwords for any associated accounts.
  • •Enable two-factor authentication where possible.
  • •Remain vigilant for phishing attempts targeting compromised data.
  • •Review private messages for potential sensitive content exposure.

Preventive Measures

  • •Avoid reusing passwords across services.
  • •Regularly update security patches and monitor for intrusions.
  • •Use secure and updated hash algorithms for password storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.

Yes, various forms of personal data including passwords and private messages were exposed.