Speedtrader
Data Breach
speedtrader.com49,579
Records Exposed
Jan 2017
Date of Breach
Database
Breach Type
Jan 2025
Added to Database
About This Breach
In 2017, Speedtrader, an online trading broker, suffered a data breach that exposed nearly 100,000 user accounts. The compromised data included email addresses, usernames, and passwords. A significant issue with this breach was the lack of password hashing, meaning passwords were stored in plaintext, offering little to no protection. Furthermore, government ID numbers were stored with minimal security, making users' sensitive data highly vulnerable. This breach highlights the critical importance of implementing robust cybersecurity practices, such as proper encryption and securing sensitive personal information to prevent such devastating data leaks.
Compromised Data Types
Country
United States
Language
English
Password Storage
Plaintext
Category
Financial, IT Services
Indexed On
Jan 15, 2025
Breach Type
Database
What Should You Do?
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Sign Up for Pro- Change your password immediately on Speedtrader and any other site where you used the same password. Use a unique, strong password for each account.
- Watch for phishing emails targeting your inbox. Attackers may use your exposed email address to send convincing scam messages.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all important accounts to add an extra layer of security.
- Use a password manager to generate and store unique, strong passwords for every account.
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