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Internet users advised to change passwords after 16bn logins exposed

Hacked credentials could give cybercriminals access to Facebook, Meta and Google accounts among others

The Guardian - UK

Billions of login credentials have been leaked online, Cybernews researchers say

Billions of login credentials have been leaked online, Cybernews researchers say

Researchers at cybersecurity outlet Cybernews say that billions of login credentials have been leaked and compiled into datasets online, giving cybercriminals “unprecedented access” to accounts consumers use each day

The Independent UK

No, 16 billion passwords didn't just get exposed in a mega-hack, but you should get with the program and stop reusing passwords anyways

No, 16 billion passwords didn't just get exposed in a mega-hack, but you should get with the program and stop reusing passwords anyways

This supposed breach might not be what it seems but don't let that deter you from getting yourself a password manager and turning on 2FA.

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16 billion accounts suffer "the largest data breach" — Google, Facebook, Telegram, and more are susceptible to malicious attacks

A research team uncovered the data breach, which included login credentials from major platforms like Apple, GitHub, and various government services.

Windows Central

16 billion password data breach hits Apple, Google, Facebook and more — LIVE updates and how to stay safe

The latest updates on the one of the largest data breaches in history, how to find out if you're affected and how to stay safe.

16 billion passwords from Apple, Facebook, Google and more leaked. Why has no one heard of it?

The leak exposed 16 billion login credentials and passwords, according to a researchers.

The Independent UK

16 billion accounts exposed in one of the largest data breaches in history — enormous data haul holds two accounts for every human alive

A collection of entirely new data leak datasets has been uncovered by security researchers, exposing 16 billion new records to the public. The data was sourced from around the world, with breaches on this scale easily contributing to massive future attacks.

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Over 16 billion records leaked in "unimaginable" major data breach – here's what we know

Over 16 billion records leaked in "unimaginable" major data breach – here's what we know

Researchers find billions of records in dozens of archives sitting unprotected online.

Hackers claim 64 million leaked T-Mobile records, but it denies breach - here's what customers need to know

Hackers claim 64 million leaked T-Mobile records, but it denies breach - here's what customers need to know

A hacker claims to have stolen T-Mobile files - but the company begs to differ.

T-Mobile denies new breach of 64 million records — is your data safe?

T-Mobile denies new breach of 64 million records — is your data safe?

T-Mobile denies reports of a new data breach leaking 64 million lines of records for T-Mobile customers.

Major data breach at popular hookup app leaks data on millions of users - see if you're safe

Major data breach at popular hookup app leaks data on millions of users - see if you're safe

A dating site kept an open database on the internet, but claims it contained test data.

Over 4 billion user records leaked in "largest breach ever" - here's what you need to know

Over 4 billion user records leaked in "largest breach ever" - here's what you need to know

Hundreds of millions of users could be exposed in "largest breach ever" against Chinese victims.

More than 4 billion user records exposed in biggest data leak ever — everything you need to know

More than 4 billion user records exposed in biggest data leak ever — everything you need to know

With 4 billion user records left exposed online without a password, this data leak could be the biggest yet.

Top US dental firm spills over 8 million user files online

Top US dental firm spills over 8 million user files online

A digital marketing agency was holding an unprotected database containing millions of sensitive patient records.

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World’s largest healthcare cooperative leaks millions of patient-doctor messages

Experts warn Unimed kept an open database with chat logs exposed to the wider internet.

Hacker claims to have grabbed 1.2 billion Facebook user records - here's what we know

Facebook has played down the claims.

The Independent UK

Over 19 billion passwords have been leaked in security ‘crisis’ – here’s how to check if yours is vulnerable

The leaks analyzed by researchers were ‘loaded with information that could be used to steal accounts or impersonate affected people in identity theft attacks’

19 billion passwords compromised — here's how to protect yourself right now

Researchers reviewed over 19 billion leaked passwords and found only 6 percent were unique, meaning they weren't reused or included easy-to-crack phrases.

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Top employee monitoring app leaks 21 million screenshots on thousands of users

WorkComposer has been leaking screenshots of user activity on the clear web, but the database has since been locked down.

Cyberscam industry continues to thrive as raids fail to contain worldwide spread

The cyberscam industry is worth billions, and is continue to grow to new countries.

WhatsApp patches worrying vulnerability which allowed hackers to share .exe files as images

The vulnerability was found in all older versions of WhatsApp software for Windows.

International Business Times UK

1.5 Million Explicit Images Leaked From Dating Apps, Including BDSM And LGBTQ+ Platforms

The 1.5 million unencrypted images available publicly include profile photos, removed for rule violations, and private photos sent through direct messages..

Top gig platform service may have leaked over 14 million user files

Yoojo kept a major database out in the open, available for anyone who knew where to look.

The Independent UK

Nearly 1.5m private images from fetish and LGBT dating apps exposed

Users of BDSM People, CHICA, TRANSLOVE, PINK, and BRISH were exposed by security flaw

Top home hardware firm data leak could see millions of customers affected

Names, email addresses, and Sydney Tools purchase orders are leaking.

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