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Slickwraps

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Slickwraps experienced a data breach in 2020, exposing over 857,000 users' personal information.

Records exposed
857,611 records
Breach date
Breach Feb 16, 2020
Last update
Updated Feb 22, 2020
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesNamesPhone numbersPhysical addressesPurchases

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In February 2020, the online retailer Slickwraps reported a data breach compromising sensitive customer information, including email addresses, physical addresses, phone numbers, names, and purchase histories. The exposed data originated from customer accounts and newsletter subscriptions, totaling 857,611 records. This breach underscores critical issues in data security and user privacy.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Exposed information may increase risks of phishing or targeted scams.
Business Impact
Damaged reputation and potential legal consequences.
Affected Sectors
  • E-commerce
  • Consumer electronics
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change passwords associated with your Slickwraps account.
  • •Monitor bank statements and credit reports for unauthorized activities.
  • •Employ phishing awareness practices.

Preventive Measures

  • •Companies should enforce strict access controls to sensitive information.
  • •Regularly audit systems for vulnerabilities.
  • •Educate employees about data security best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Consider changing passwords, monitoring financial accounts, and enabling multi-factor authentication.