1,009 Eurofest users had their personal data stolen — here’s what happened

In December 2022, 1,009 Eurofest users had their personal data stolen in a breach affecting the Spanish watch manufacturer and distributor. The exposed records included email addresses, first and last names, and gender information, all of which were made accessable to unauthorized parties after the database was compromised. While no passwords were included, the personal details exposed are sufficient for targeted phishing and identity-based attacks.

Why Exposed Personal Details Put You at Risk

The Eurofest breach exposed names, email addresses, and gender, which together create a detailed profile that criminals can use to craft convincing phishing emails. Attackers who beleive they have accurate personal details about a target are more likely to succeed in social engineering schemes. Even without passwords in the data, victims of this breach face real risks from impersonation and targeted fraud.

What Was Exposed in the Eurofest Breach

• Email Address
• First Name
• Last Name
• Gender

Why the Eurofest Breach Still Matters Today

Personal information does not lose its value over time, and records stolen in the Eurofest breach can still be used today to target affected users with spam, phishing attempts, and identity fraud. The combination of a verified email address with a real name and gender is a standard building block for crafting deceptive communications. Users whose data was part of this breach should be alert to suspicious emails and verify any unexpected outreach before responding.

How Database Breaches Work

A database breach occurs when an attacker gains unauthorized access to a backend database, typically by exploiting a software vulnerability, misconfiguration, or stolen credentials. Once inside, the attacker can export entire tables containing user records, including personal details and hashed passwords. The stolen data is then often sold or published on dark web forums, where it can be acquired and misused by other criminals.

Check If Your Data Was Exposed

HEROIC's data breach search engine holds over 400 billion records from breaches across the globe, including the Eurofest incident. Check your email address now to instantly see whether your personal information was exposed and find out what steps you can take to protect yourself from ongoing threats.