Shadi

22 Oct 2024 N/A 22-Oct-2024 Database

2,019,135 Records Affected

Database Source Structure

Darkweb Breach Location

High-risk data exposed (passwords and/or SSN). Immediate credential reset and monitoring are recommended.

Breach Details

Domain N/A

Leaked Data Types Email Address, Plaintext Password

Password Types Plaintext

Description

In July 2016, the international matchmaking platform Shadi suffered a significant data breach that affected approximately 2 million users. The breach resulted in the exposure of email addresses and passwords, which were stored in plaintext, making them particularly vulnerable to unauthorized access. This incident underscores the critical need for organizations to implement effective cybersecurity practices, including strong password hashing techniques and data encryption, to safeguard user information and maintain their trust. Proper cybersecurity measures are essential in preventing such breaches and protecting sensitive personal data from falling into the wrong hands.

Leaked Data Types

Email · Address · Plaintext · Password

Breach Rank

#N/A

Ranked by number of affected users

Impact Score

Impact Score: 40.00

Based on data sensitivity, breach size, and recency

Estimated Financial Impact

$14.6M

This is an estimate based on potential fraud, phishing, and data misuse. Not all users will be affected.

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