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Poshmark
HighPoshmark's mid-2018 breach exposed 36M user accounts, revealing personal and account data.
36,395,491 recordsBreach May 16, 2018Updated Sep 2, 2019
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesGendersGeographic locationsNamesPasswordsUsernames
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
Poshmark experienced a data breach in mid-2018, impacting over 36 million user accounts. Exposed data included sensitive user information such as email addresses, names, usernames, genders, geographic locations, and bcrypt-hashed passwords. This disclosure emphasizes the importance of robust security measures in social commerce platforms.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromised data leads to increased phishing risks and potential account breaches elsewhere.
- Business Impact
- Reputational damage, increased customer support demands, and potential regulatory scrutiny.
- Affected Sectors
- E-commerce
- Social Commerce
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Update your Poshmark account password.
- •Enable two-factor authentication where possible.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized activity.
- •Beware of phishing attempts using exposed data.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords for online services.
- •Consider password managers to organize credentials.
- •Stay informed on security practices for platforms used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Change your Poshmark account password immediately and monitor for suspicious activity.