5,590,555
Records Exposed
Jun 2022
Date of Breach
Database
Breach Type
Oct 2024
Added to Database
About This Breach
In June 2022, the Russian telecommunications company Tele2 Russia experienced a data breach that exposed the personal information of 7.5 million users. The compromised data included email addresses, full names, phone numbers, and genders. This large-scale breach underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures in telecommunications, where sensitive user data is often at risk. To prevent such incidents, companies must prioritize advanced encryption techniques, frequent security updates, and comprehensive monitoring systems to protect user privacy and mitigate potential threats.
Compromised Data Types
Country
Russian Federation
Language
Russian
Password Storage
No Passwords
Category
Telecommunications
Indexed On
Oct 16, 2024
Breach Type
Database
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