Data Breach
Quora Data Breach
100.0M records exposed • November 2018
Quora got hacked and 100 million users' data was stolen. This included private messages, which is especially concerning for a Q&A site where people share personal information.
What Happened
Quora discovered unauthorized access to their systems affecting 100 million users. The breach exposed not just account data but also private messages and content.
Attack method: Unauthorized access to systems
What Data Was Exposed
Names, Email addresses, Encrypted passwords, User content, Direct messages
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What to Do If You're Affected
- 1.
Change your Quora password
- 2.
Review and delete sensitive Quora content
- 3.
Be aware of targeted phishing using your Quora data
Lessons for Businesses
- • User-generated content is a valuable target
- • Private messaging systems need strong protection
- • Transparent disclosure helps users respond
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