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ixigo
Highixigo suffered a data breach in January 2019, exposing sensitive user data.
17,204,697 recordsBreach Jan 3, 2019Updated Mar 17, 2019
Exposed data classes
Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.
Auth tokensDevice informationEmail addressesGendersNamesPasswordsPhone numbersSalutationsSocial media profilesUsernames
Detailed Analysis
In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.
In January 2019, ixigo, a travel and hotel booking platform, faced a data breach affecting over 17 million users. Compromised information included email addresses, names, phone numbers, social media connections, and passwords hashed using MD5, a less secure encryption method. The stolen data was later listed on a dark web marketplace.
Impact Analysis
Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.
- User Impact
- Exposed data could lead to phishing attempts and unauthorized access.
- Business Impact
- Reputational damage and trust issues with existing and future users.
- Affected Sectors
- Travel and Hospitality
- Geographic Impact
- Potentially international
What You Should Do
Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.
If You Were Affected
- •Change passwords immediately if reused across platforms.
- •Monitor credit and account activity for unusual transactions.
- •Be cautious of phishing attempts targeting this data.
Preventive Measures
- •Regularly update passwords using strong, unique combinations.
- •Enable two-factor authentication where available.
- •Stay informed about data breach notifications relevant to your accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.
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