Gov.uk

Data Breach

www.gov.uk

208,521

Records Exposed

Sep 2024

Date of Breach

Database

Breach Type

Jan 2025

Added to Database

About This Breach

In September 2024, Gov.uk, a government website in the United Kingdom, experienced a data breach affecting 208,521 users. The exposed data included usernames, URLs, and plaintext passwords. This incident underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures, including secure password storage and encryption, to protect sensitive user information and maintain public trust in government platforms.

Compromised Data Types

Username HomePage URL Plaintext Password

Country

United Kingdom

Language

English

Password Storage

Plaintext

What Should You Do?

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Change your password immediately on Gov.uk and any other site where you used the same password. Use a unique, strong password for each account.
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