Monkey Island (Forum)
Breach Details
Description
In April 2011, a significant data breach came to light involving an unidentified forum associated with the popular game "Monkey Island." The breach exposed sensitive information, including email addresses and passwords, of approximately 30 million users. This breach raised serious concerns about user privacy and the security of online platforms. Users' email addresses, a critical component of online identity, were compromised alongside associated passwords, posing potential risks of unauthorized access to other accounts if individuals reused passwords across multiple platforms. The incident underscored the importance of robust cybersecurity practices, including unique and strong password management, to mitigate the impact of such breaches on user accounts and personal information.
Leaked Data Types
Email · Address · Plaintext · Password
Impact Score
Based on data sensitivity, breach size, and recency
Estimated Financial Impact
This is an estimate based on potential fraud, phishing, and data misuse. Not all users will be affected.
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