Massive Data Leak - 16 Billion Credentials and Passwords
- Cybernews researchers published a report this week revealing that 16 billion login credentials were leaked from multiple data breaches worldwide.
- The leak resulted from compiling data stolen over time from various sources, with no single company responsible and no way to track exposed accounts.
- The compromised data includes credentials for major platforms like Google, Facebook, and Apple, enabling cybercriminals unprecedented access to personal accounts.
- Researchers warned that with billions of exposed login details, cybercriminals are now able to exploit these information to hijack accounts, commit identity fraud, and launch more precise phishing attacks.
- Experts recommend users reset passwords, enable multifactor authentication, and use unique, strong passwords to protect accounts against ongoing threats from these leaks.
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16 billion passwords exposed in record-breaking data leak affecting Google, Facebook and Apple
Researchers at cybersecurity outlet Cybernews say that billions of login credentials have been leaked and compiled into datasets online, giving criminals “unprecedented access” to accounts consumers use each day.
Professor Alan Woodward of the University of Surrey reminded that "it's time for a 'spring cleaning' of your passwords"
16 billion login credentials leaked in massive data exposure
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a trove of 16 billion compromised login credentials – including passwords for Google, Facebook, and Apple accounts – compiled from multiple breaches and briefly exposed online, in what experts say could give criminals 'unprecedented access' to consumer data.
Massive Data Leak - 16 Billion Credentials and Passwords
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a leak of approximately 16 billion login credentials, exposing the passwords in the largest leak ever reported. Researchers with Cybernews were the first to discover and report on the leak. In the last two days, multiple source,s including Forbes and TechRadar, have confirmed their report. Researchers are calling this “Weaponizable intelligence
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