Tokopedia
HighTokopedia experienced a breach in April 2020, exposing sensitive data of over 71 million individuals.
- Records exposed
- 71,443,698 records
- Breach date
- Breach Apr 17, 2020
- Last update
- Updated Jul 17, 2020
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 April 2020, Tokopedia, one of Indonesia's largest online platforms, experienced a data breach where sensitive information of over 71 million users was compromised. The exposed data included names, email addresses, genders, birth dates, and passwords stored as SHA2-384 hashes. Portions of this dataset were later distributed on dark web forums, amplifying the risk to affected users.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Affected users risk personal data misuse and inadequate password security could lead to account compromises.
- Business Impact
- Tokopedia's reputation and consumer trust were impacted, requiring robust response measures and long-term risk mitigation strategies.
- Affected Sectors
- Retail
- E-commerce
- Geographic Impact
- Indonesia
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords for Tokopedia and any other accounts using the same credentials.
- •Verify account activity for unauthorized changes or transactions.
- •Consider enabling additional security measures like two-factor authentication.
Preventive Measures
- •Use strong, unique passwords for every account.
- •Monitor accounts and personal data for potential signs of misuse.
- •Educate yourself about maintaining secure practices online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.