Whitepages
HighWhitepages data breach exposed over 11 million records, including email addresses and hashed passwords.
- Records exposed
- 11,657,763 records
- Breach date
- Breach Jun 27, 2016
- Last update
- Updated Mar 27, 2019
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 mid-2016, the online directory service Whitepages experienced a data security incident resulting in the unauthorized exposure of over 11 million user records. This information, which included email addresses, names, and hashed passwords, was later circulated in the online underground markets in 2019, highlighting the enduring risks associated with data breaches.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Exposed users face risks of unauthorized access and credential stuffing attacks.
- Business Impact
- The organization's reputation and customer trust may have been adversely affected.
- Affected Sectors
- Online Services
- Telecommunications
- Geographic Impact
- Potentially Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change your password on Whitepages and any other services using the same password.
- •Monitor your email account for unauthorized access.
- •Enable two-factor authentication on all accounts where available.
Preventive Measures
- •Use unique, complex passwords for each of your accounts.
- •Regularly monitor for and respond to data breach notifications.
- •Utilize password managers to securely store your credentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Attribution
Additional attribution provided with the breach record.
BenjaminBlue@exploit.im