Xiaomi
HighThe Xiaomi forum breach (2012) exposed 7M user records, incl. emails, usernames, IPs, and MD5-hashed passwords.
- Records exposed
- 7,088,010 records
- Breach date
- Breach Aug 1, 2012
- Last update
- Updated Jul 21, 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 August 2012, a data breach occurred involving the Xiaomi user forum website, exposing personal information of over 7 million users. The impacted data included email addresses—some being numeric aliases—usernames, IP addresses, and passwords stored as salted MD5 hashes. Details of this breach highlight cybersecurity risks and underscore the importance of proper data protection.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Compromise of personal information, including passwords that may have been re-used elsewhere.
- Business Impact
- Potential reputational damage and trust issues concerning data management practices.
- Affected Sectors
- Technology
- Consumer Electronics
- Geographic Impact
- Global
- Particular focus on China
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change any reused passwords immediately.
- •Enable two-factor authentication for accounts where possible.
Preventive Measures
- •Regularly update and audit your password habits.
- •Use unique and strong passwords for every service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.