Acxiom
About This Breach
Acxiom, a data and marketing company, had a dataset widely attributed to it in 2024 containing almost 52M unique email addresses across nearly 250M records. Acxiom confirmed the claims were false and stated the data did not originate from its systems.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | No |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | No reference available |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Acxiom data breach happen?
Acxiom was breached in Jun 2020. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Acxiom breach?
51,681,368 records were exposed, making it the #41 largest of the 776 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Acxiom breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Email addresses, Phone numbers, IP addresses, Physical addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Acxiom breach?
Change your password on the affected service (and anywhere you reused it), turn on two-factor authentication, and set up free breach alerts on XposedOrNot so you know the moment your email appears in a new breach.
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What Should You Do?
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Add 2FA on all supported accounts using an authenticator app like Google Authenticator or Authy.
Watch for Phishing Calls & SMS
Be cautious of unexpected calls or texts asking for personal information.
Beware of Scam Mail
Be skeptical of unexpected correspondence requesting personal details.
Review Device Security
Update your devices and browsers, and check for unauthorized logins.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.