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PoinCampus
MediumPoinCampus experienced a data breach exposing sensitive customer data on a hacking forum.
- Records exposed
- 89,116 records
- Breach date
- Breach Nov 14, 2024
- Last update
- Updated Feb 4, 2025
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Dates of birthEmail addressesNamesPhone numbers
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In November 2024, PoinCampus, a South Korean education platform, experienced a data breach where sensitive user data was exposed and subsequently shared on a hacking forum. Affected information included email addresses, names, phone numbers, and dates of birth.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users may face increased phishing attempts and identity fraud risks.
- Business Impact
- PoinCampus suffered reputational damage and faced potential regulatory scrutiny.
- Affected Sectors
- Education Technology
- Geographic Impact
- South Korea
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Monitor and secure your email account.
- •Be cautious of phishing attempts.
- •Consider enabling multi-factor authentication.
Preventive Measures
- •Use secure coding practices and regular vulnerability assessments.
- •Enhance database security measures.
- •Implement thorough incident response protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Affected users should change passwords, monitor their accounts, and implement security technologies like MFA.
Attribution
Additional attribution provided with the breach record.
Threat Actor 888