Category: Data Breach News

Data Breach Summary

The security breach on Multiple Combolist, compromised 37.4 MB of sensitive datafrom 900,000 Japanese businesses. The breach was posted by Pavlov on the HydraMarket website, which is a popular dark web forum where hackers often sell stolen data. InsecureWeb’s scanning tools were able to detect the stolen data and notify the affected companies, including Multiple Domains.

The compromised information included business and personal details such as addresses, contact information, business details, and other sensitive information. This information can be used for identity theft, fraud, or other malicious purposes, putting the affected businesses at risk.

InsecureWeb’s detection of the data breach on Multiple Combolist highlights the importance of investing in robust security measures and monitoring the dark web for potential threats. Companies should prioritize their own security measures and stay vigilant against potential threats to prevent data breaches and protect their customers’ information from falling into the wrong hands.

Where and How?

The breach was found on the HydraMarket website, a dark web forum where hackers often post stolen data for sale. Pavlov, a notorious hacker known for selling stolen data on the dark web, was responsible for the breach. The compromised information included the personal and business details of 900,000 Japanese businesses, including addresses, contact details, and other sensitive information.

A Screenshot of the data can be found below:

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Data Breach History

Multiple Domains were affected by the Multiple Combolist data breach. In all cases, the stolen information was put up for sale on the dark web and the hackers demanded a ransom for its return. InsecureWeb’s scanning tools were able to detect the stolen data and notify the affected companies, allowing them to take steps to protect their customer information. This site is working with cyber security experts to further investigate the incident and is taking steps to strengthen its security measures to prevent similar breaches from occurring in the future.

Recommendations for Personal Data Protection

How Users Can Protect Their Information

To protect their personal information and accounts from being compromised, users should take the following steps:

– Change their passwords frequently, with a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols.

– Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible.

– Use unique passwords for each account, to prevent hackers from accessing multiple accounts with the same password.

– Be cautious of suspicious emails or messages, as they may contain phishing links that can compromise their accounts.

– Regularly monitor their accounts for any suspicious activity.

What is InsecureWeb?

InsecureWeb is a Dark Web monitoring service that keeps track of recent data breaches and tracks their impact by monitoring the darkest places of the internet. InsecureWeb notifies users and enterprises when their data has been found online and helps them mitigate the impact.