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MediumZAP-Hosting breach exposed 746k records including email and personal information in November 2021.
746,682 recordsBreach Nov 22, 2021Updated Mar 19, 2022
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Browser user agent detailsChat logsEmail addressesIP addressesNamesPhone numbersPhysical addressesPurchases
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In November 2021, ZAP-Hosting, a web hosting provider, experienced a security incident whereby over 60GB of customer data was compromised. This data included 746,682 unique records containing email addresses, chat logs, IP addresses, names, phone numbers, physical addresses, browser user agent details, and purchase data.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Customers' personal data was exposed, increasing risks of phishing and identity theft.
- Business Impact
- The organization may face loss of customer trust and potential regulatory repercussions.
- Affected Sectors
- Web Hosting Services
- Cloud Computing
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Review and monitor account activity for signs of unauthorized access.
- •Change passwords for associated accounts, using a unique and strong combination.
- •Be cautious of unexpected emails, as exposed data increases phishing risks.
Preventive Measures
- •Employ multi-factor authentication on accounts.
- •Be vigilant about sharing personal information online.
- •Use services that prioritize data encryption and security audits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
Exposed data included email addresses, physical addresses, names, phone numbers, chat logs, and purchase records.