SuperVPN & GeckoVPN
HighA 2021 data breach of VPN providers exposed over 20 million user records including sensitive device and login information.
- Records exposed
- 20,339,937 records
- Breach date
- Breach Feb 25, 2021
- Last update
- Updated Feb 28, 2021
What data was exposed?
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Why does this breach matter?
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In February 2021, SuperVPN, GeckoVPN, and potentially FlashVPN experienced a data breach that exposed over 20 million user records. The compromised information included email addresses, device specifics (such as model and serial numbers), login histories inclusive of timestamp and geographic location, and IMSI numbers. The breach highlighted potential security risks related to shared platforms among VPN services.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- The exposure of login histories and device information could lead to privacy breaches and misuse of accounts.
- Business Impact
- The affected organizations faced reputational harm and the challenge of mitigating user trust issues.
- Affected Sectors
- Technology
- Telecommunications
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Reset your VPN account credentials immediately.
- •Review devices for any suspicious signs of tampering or misuse.
- •Monitor email accounts for potential phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Refrain from using 'free' VPN services without credible security certifications.
- •Regularly update security software and firmware on devices.
- •Be cautious providing sensitive data to online platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Attribution
Additional attribution provided with the breach record.
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