Vakinha
HighVakinha's 2020 breach exposed 4.8M user details, including personal and hashed credentials.
- Records exposed
- 4,775,203 records
- Breach date
- Breach Jun 22, 2020
- Last update
- Updated Aug 1, 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 June 2020, Vakinha, a Brazilian fundraising platform, experienced a significant data breach, resulting in unauthorized access to 4.8 million user records. The disclosed information encompassed sensitive details such as email addresses, names, phone numbers, geographic locations, and passwords safeguarded with bcrypt hashing. The compromised data was subsequently circulated within online hacking forums, amplifying potential misuse.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Potential exposure to account takeover and phishing activities.
- Business Impact
- Reputation damage and potential regulatory scrutiny.
- Affected Sectors
- Fundraising
- Technology
- Geographic Impact
- Brazil
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change affected account passwords immediately.
- •Enable two-factor authentication on all accounts.
- •Monitor accounts for unauthorized activities.
Preventive Measures
- •Regularly update and review security measures.
- •Employ end-to-end encryption for sensitive data.
- •Provide users with tools to manage and secure accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.