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HighThe 2016 Youku breach compromised over 91 million user accounts, including email addresses and MD5-hashed passwords.
91,890,110 recordsBreach Dec 1, 2016Updated Apr 15, 2017
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Email addressesPasswords
Detailed Analysis
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.