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APOIA.se User Data Leak — 535K Records Exposed

By InsecureWeb Team

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APOIA.se User Data Leak — 535K Records Exposed

A database containing personal information for more than 535,000 users of APOIA.se was allegedly posted on the dark web in December 2025 by a forum member using the name Real. The leaked data reportedly includes user identifiers, full names, email addresses, and other associated personal details. The listing appeared on the darkforums.sh site, a known underground cybercrime forum where breached datasets are frequently shared.

Where Was the Data Found?

The exposed information is circulating on a dark web forum, commonly accessed through anonymizing networks. According to the reported post, the dataset contains user profile information from APOIA.se — a platform used for crowdfunding and financial support of creative projects. apoia.se

The exact method through which the data was obtained has not been independently verified, and no official confirmation from APOIA.se has been published in mainstream cybersecurity reporting at this time.

Company Data Breach History

At the time of this report, there are no widely reported past breaches of APOIA.se documented in major cybersecurity news sources. This appears to be the first publicly noted incident of this nature involving the platform.

Impact and Risks

The leaked dataset could be misused in various malicious ways, including:

  • Phishing and spam campaigns targeting exposed email addresses.
  • Social engineering attacks using real names and associated details.
  • Credential stuffing attempts if users reuse passwords across services (not confirmed included in this specific leak).

Even without passwords, combining names and emails significantly increases the risk of targeted scams and impersonation.

Recommendations for Users

If you have an account on APOIA.se or suspect your data may be part of this exposure, consider taking the following actions:

  1. Change passwords associated with your account — especially if you reuse credentials elsewhere.
  2. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all services that support it.
  3. Monitor email accounts for unusual activity or phishing attempts.
  4. Be vigilant of unsolicited communications referencing your association with APOIA.se.

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