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YouNow breach in 2019 exposed 18M user records with information like email addresses, usernames, and IP addresses.

Records exposed
18,241,518 records
Breach date
Breach Feb 15, 2019
Last update
Updated Jul 18, 2019
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesIP addressesNamesSocial media profilesUsernames

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In February 2019, information from the broadcasting platform YouNow, including email addresses, IP addresses, names, usernames, and links to social media profiles, was discovered on a dark web marketplace. Authentication being managed via social providers meant no passwords were compromised. The breach underscores the importance of scrutinizing third-party authentication and minimizing data exposure.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users experienced potential identity exploitation risks as their identifiable data became accessible to unauthorized parties.
Business Impact
YouNow's reputation may have been significantly damaged, combined with the possibly elevated scrutiny of its data management practices.
Affected Sectors
  • Media
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Immediately update linked social media account details if connected.
  • •Be vigilant against phishing scams using exposed email addresses.

Preventive Measures

  • •Utilize unique passwords and two-factor authentication for social accounts.
  • •Limit accessible personal information on third-party services.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Change the passwords and security details of your linked accounts for added security.

Attribution

Additional attribution provided with the breach record.

JimScott.Sec@protonmail.com