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The 2016 Youku breach compromised over 91 million user accounts, including email addresses and MD5-hashed passwords.

Records exposed
91,890,110 records
Breach date
Breach Dec 1, 2016
Last update
Updated Apr 15, 2017
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Email addressesPasswords

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

In December 2016, the online video platform Youku experienced a data breach, exposing 91,890,110 user records. This data included email addresses and MD5-hashed passwords. The disclosed information risked the security and trust of affected users.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Exposed users are vulnerable to credential stuffing attacks and requiring account security updates.
Business Impact
This breach undermined Youku's user trust and brand reputation, necessitating an enhancement in security measures.
Affected Sectors
  • Online Video Platforms
Geographic Impact
  • Global, primarily China

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Immediately change passwords for Youku and any shared credentials.
  • •Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) if possible.

Preventive Measures

  • •Avoid reusing passwords across platforms.
  • •Monitor accounts for unauthorized access.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No, only email addresses and MD5 password hashes were exposed.