1,540,732
Records Exposed
Feb 2014
Date of Breach
Database
Breach Type
Oct 2024
Added to Database
About This Breach
In February 2014, the forum for the gaming website Ubisoft suffered a data breach that affected 1.5 million members. The breach exposed sensitive information such as usernames and MD5 password hashes. According to the original RaidForums post, while the passwords were corrupted during the breach, some were still recoverable, leaving users vulnerable to potential attacks. This incident emphasizes the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures, especially for large platforms with millions of users. Regular security audits, strong encryption methods, and timely breach notifications are essential steps for protecting user data and ensuring a secure online environment.
Compromised Data Types
Country
France
Language
English
Password Storage
MD5
Category
Forums, Gaming
Indexed On
Oct 8, 2024
Breach Type
Database
What Should You Do?
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