Appen
appen.com
About This Breach
A threat actor known as ShinyHunters began leaking the databases for free on a popular hacker forum known for selling stolen information. The initial batch of exposure which happenned on July 2020 leaked 18 organisations with more than 386 million user records.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hacker-leaks-386-million-user-records-from-18-companies-for-free/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Appen data breach happen?
Appen was breached in Jun 2020. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Appen breach?
5,888,383 records were exposed, making it the #180 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Appen breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Passwords, Phone numbers, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Appen 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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