gPotato
High2007 breach of gPotato exposed over two million user accounts with sensitive information.
- Records exposed
- 2,136,520 records
- Breach date
- Breach Jul 12, 2007
- Last update
- Updated Sep 24, 2016
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 July 2007, the online gaming portal gPotato experienced a data breach in which over two million user accounts were compromised. The infiltration resulted in the exposure of various types of personal information, including usernames, email addresses, MD5 password hashes, genders, birth dates, physical addresses, IP addresses, and unencrypted security questions and answers. Following this incident, gPotato merged into the Webzen portal, where original accounts persist.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Users faced risks of identity theft, phishing, and account compromise.
- Business Impact
- The breach affected the reputation and user trust in the platform, requiring subsequent integration into Webzen.
- Affected Sectors
- Online Gaming Industry
- Geographic Impact
- Global
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change all accounts’ passwords on associated platforms.
- •Enable two-factor authentication where possible.
- •Remain vigilant for unauthorized access to accounts.
Preventive Measures
- •Use strong, unique passwords for sites.
- •Always enable security measures like two-factor authentication.
- •Avoid reusing passwords across platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.