WordPress

WordPress

Data Breach

wordpress.com

13,902

Records Exposed

Jan 2024

Date of Breach

Database

Breach Type

Feb 2024

Added to Database

About This Breach

In January 2024, it was discovered that around 14 thousand unique user details were leaked, containing usernames/email addresses and plaintext passwords for WordPress website logins. The breach file was found publicly available on a forum, underscoring the significance of cybersecurity awareness.

Compromised Data Types

Email Address Username Plaintext Password

Country

United States

Language

English

Password Storage

Plaintext

Category

Art & Design, Online Tool, IT Services

Indexed On

Feb 27, 2024

Breach Type

Database

What Should You Do?

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  • Change your password immediately on WordPress 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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