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TGBUS

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The TGBUS breach exposed over 10 million users' data including usernames, emails, and hashed passwords.

Records exposed
10,371,766 records
Breach date
Breach Sep 1, 2017
Last update
Updated Apr 28, 2018
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesPasswordsUsernames

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In September 2017, the Chinese online platform TGBUS experienced a data breach potentially impacting over 10 million users. The compromised data included usernames, email addresses, and salted MD5 password hashes. Despite credible evidence supporting the authenticity of the breach, verification of its details remains uncertain.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Affected users may experience increased risk of phishing or credential stuffing attacks.
Business Impact
The organization faced reputational challenges and potential regulatory scrutiny following the breach.
Affected Sectors
  • Gaming
  • Online Platforms
Geographic Impact
  • China
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change passwords for any accounts sharing the same credentials.
  • •Monitor email accounts for phishing attempts.
  • •Enable multifactor authentication on sensitive accounts.

Preventive Measures

  • •Use unique passwords for each service.
  • •Regularly update credentials, especially on critical accounts.
  • •Opt for password managers to securely store credentials.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The breach exposed usernames, email addresses, and salted MD5 password hashes.