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akkem
Contributor III

184 Million Users’ Passwords Exposed From an Open Directory Controlled by Hackers

Suspected InfoStealer Malware Data Breach Exposed 184 Million Logins and Passwords,  totaling a massive 47.42 GB of raw credential data.

 

Data leak includes credentials for emails, social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Roblox), banking, health platforms, and even government portals.

https://www.websiteplanet.com/news/infostealer-breach-report/

 

This breach poses significant risks, including credential stuffing attacks, where attackers use stolen credentials to access multiple accounts, and corporate espionage, given the presence of business credentials.

 

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mrsimon0007
Newcomer II

This type of breach highlights how dangerous infostealer malware has become and why basic account hygiene is no longer enough. When credentials are exposed at this scale, the biggest risks are account takeover through credential stuffing, identity misuse, and secondary attacks on linked services. Using unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and regularly monitoring for compromised accounts are critical steps. Organizations should also educate users and enforce stronger security policies. You can find more helpful information by reviewing trusted cybersecurity reports and official breach analyses.