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TheGradCafe

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In February 2023, TheGradCafe experienced a breach exposing personal data of over 310k users.

Records exposed
310,975 records
Breach date
Breach Feb 26, 2023
Last update
Updated Mar 24, 2023
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesGendersGeographic locationsIP addressesNamesPasswordsPhone numbersPhysical addressesUsernames

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In February 2023, TheGradCafe, a website focused on graduate school application searches, experienced a data breach impacting 310,975 users. The breach exposed numerous personal data types, such as email addresses, usernames, names, genders, geographic locations, passwords using bcrypt hashing, and potentially phone numbers, physical addresses, and dates of birth. No official response from the website has been documented.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Affected individuals may face targeted phishing and other forms of social engineering.
Business Impact
TheGradCafe's reputation and user trust have likely been impacted negatively.
Affected Sectors
  • Education
  • Online Platforms
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change any reused passwords immediately.
  • •Monitor accounts for unusual activity.
  • •Be cautious about unsolicited communication.

Preventive Measures

  • •Regularly update passwords and use unique combinations.
  • •Utilize two-factor authentication whenever possible.
  • •Stay informed on current cyber threats.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Bcrypt incorporates salting and multiple rounds of hashing, enhancing its resistance to brute-forcing.