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XSplit

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In 2013, XSplit faced a breach leaking 3M user records including personal information.

2,983,472 recordsBreach Nov 7, 2013Updated Aug 8, 2015
Source

Exposed data classes

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesNamesPasswordsUsernames

Detailed Analysis

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In November 2013, the gaming live-streaming and recording software provider, XSplit, experienced a cybersecurity breach that resulted in the exposure of user data. The compromise involved unauthorized access to their systems, affecting nearly 3 million users. Personal information including names, email addresses, usernames, and hashed passwords was exposed.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Exposed sensitive personal data increased risks of credential abuse.
Business Impact
Reputation damage and potential legal compliance challenges.
Affected Sectors
  • Technology
  • Gaming
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Change your XSplit password if using the service; ensure it is unique.
  • •Monitor associated email accounts for unusual activities.
  • •Check if your data is involved using breach detection services.

Preventive Measures

  • •Enable two-factor authentication where available.
  • •Use unique passwords for each account, stored in a password manager.
  • •Maintain awareness of phishing attempts targeting your email.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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