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Qakbot
HighIn August 2023, the Qakbot botnet exposing over 6.4 million records was neutralized through an international effort.
6,431,319 recordsBreach Aug 29, 2023Updated Aug 29, 2023
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesPasswords
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In August 2023, an international operation spearheaded by the US Justice Department permanently disrupted the Qakbot botnet and its malicious activities. Subsequently, data comprising over 6.4 million email addresses was shared with databases dedicated to informing users about potential breaches.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromised credentials may have been used for unauthorized activities.
- Business Impact
- Organizations may have experienced disruptions or additional expenses due to compromised systems.
- Affected Sectors
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Finance
- Education
- Geographic Impact
- Worldwide
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Check your email for HIBP notifications.
- •Change passwords associated with affected email addresses.
- •Enable multi-factor authentication where possible.
Preventive Measures
- •Monitor systems for signs of malware and botnets.
- •Maintain updated anti-malware protection.
- •Educate staff about cybersecurity best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Qakbot was a botnet known for distributing malware, stealing credentials, and delivering ransomware.