Tout
MediumTout's 2014 breach exposed over 652,000 user records with various sensitive details.
- Records exposed
- 652,683 records
- Breach date
- Breach Sep 11, 2014
- Last update
- Updated Jan 25, 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 September 2014, Tout, a social networking platform, experienced a data breach that exposed user information such as email addresses, names, geographic locations, biographies, IP addresses, and bcrypt-hashed passwords. The breach, which was publicly disclosed years later, affected 652,683 records, emphasizing the importance of robust data protection practices.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Potential data misuse and need for strengthened account security.
- Business Impact
- Loss of trust and reputational damage, alongside escalated remediation costs.
- Affected Sectors
- Technology
- Social Media
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change all passwords associated with their Tout account.
- •Monitor for unauthorized access on accounts using similar credentials.
- •Remain vigilant for targeted phishing attempts.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique passwords for different platforms.
- •Enable multi-factor authentication where applicable.
- •Regularly review account security settings.
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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