Tag: data breach
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149 Million Usernames Exposed: How to Secure Your Accounts
Massive data exposure: 149 million usernames and passwords exposed A recent security investigation revealed an unsecured database containing the usernames and passwords of approximately 149 million users. The leak includes high-profile services such as Gmail, Facebook, and a notable cryptocurrency exchange. The database was accessible without proper protections and was only taken offline after a…
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149 Million Credentials Exposed: Unsecured DB Leak Ripples Across Gmail, Facebook, and Binance
Massive Credential Exposure: A Startup or Host Mishap Reveals 149 Million Accounts In a startling cybersecurity incident, a researcher disclosed an unsecured database containing 149 million usernames and passwords. The breach nameplates an alarming cross-section of major platforms—Amazon-like scale without the official breach label. Among the exposed data are 48 million Gmail usernames and passwords,…
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149 Million Usernames Exposed in Unsecured Database: What You Need to Know
What Happened Security researchers recently disclosed a data exposure involving an unsecured database that contained approximately 149 million account usernames and passwords. The dataset reportedly included credentials associated with popular services, with estimates suggesting tens of millions linked to well-known platforms. The database was accessible without proper protections for an unspecified period before a researcher…
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Reprompt Attack Hijacks Microsoft Copilot Sessions
What is the Reprompt Attack? Security researchers have identified a new class of threat dubbed the “Reprompt” attack. In essence, it targets users of Microsoft Copilot by embedding a malicious prompt inside a legitimate-seeming URL. When a user clicks the link or loads the page, the prompt is rendered within the Copilot session, allowing the…
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Why Instagram Is Sending Password Reset Emails—and What It Means for Your Security
Overview: A surge in password reset emails In recent days, an unusual spike in password reset emails from Instagram has left many users puzzled and concerned. While the platform has faced scrutiny over security practices, the surge is strongly tied to a reported data breach affecting millions of accounts. Authorities and Instagram have noted that…
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Why Instagram Is Sending Password Reset Emails After a Massive Data Leak
Understanding the Situation Recently, Instagram users have reported a surge of password reset emails. This is not Starbucks-level drama or a prank; it’s tied to a large data breach affecting millions of accounts. In total, roughly 17.5 million accounts are believed to be impacted, with attackers gaining access to personal information. When a breach involves…
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Why Instagram Is Sending Password Reset Emails: What Every User Should Know
Overview: What’s triggering these password reset emails? Many Instagram users have been receiving password reset emails in the wake of a significant security incident. The surge in reset requests isn’t simply users forgetting passwords. It’s a response to a data breach that exposed personal information for millions of accounts. In this situation, a flood of…
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Somalia E-Visa Security Flaw Raises Alarm Over Traveler Data
Overview: A Flawed E-Visa System Emerges Security researchers have identified a serious vulnerability in Somalia’s electronic visa (e-visa) platform, just weeks after the country disclosed a separate breach affecting tens of thousands of travelers. The newly revealed flaw threatens the privacy and safety of personal data including passports, dates of birth, travel itineraries, and contact…
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Somalia E-Visa Security Flaw Exposes Travelers’ Data
Overview: A fresh vulnerability in Somalia’s e-visa system A newly identified security flaw in Somalia’s electronic visa platform has raised serious concerns about the safety of personal data belonging to thousands of travelers. This revelation comes just weeks after the country acknowledged a separate security breach affecting tens of thousands of applicants. The dual disclosures…
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Experts warn: Surveillance and data breach risks in social media eKYC plans
Growing push for social media eKYC Across several countries, policymakers are exploring electronic know-your-customer (eKYC) processes that leverage social media platforms to verify identities. Proponents argue that comparing government records with a user’s online presence can speed up account opening, reduce fraud, and expand financial inclusion. However, cybersecurity researchers and privacy advocates caution that this…