Audi Data Breach and Leak (August 2019)
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About This Breach
Audi USA experienced a data breach in August 2019 when a vendor inadvertently left data accessible online. This breach compromised 2.7M unique email addresses, names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and vehicle details including VIN. Audi's statement also highlighted that some individuals had sensitive data such as driver's licenses, birth dates, and social security numbers exposed.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | No reference available |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check if I was in the Audi breach?
Type your email address into the search box on our data breach check page. If it appears in the Audi breach, or any other, you'll see the breach name, date and what was exposed. It's free and nothing you type is stored.
When did the Audi data breach happen?
Audi was breached in Aug 2019. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Audi breach?
2,743,570 records were exposed, making it the #276 largest of the 796 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Audi breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Social security numbers, Physical addresses, Phone numbers, Dates of birth.
What should I do if I was affected by the Audi breach?
No password was in this breach, so the main risk is phishing. Be wary of emails, calls or texts that quote these details, 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
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Place a Fraud Alert
Contact credit bureaus to place a fraud alert or credit freeze to prevent identity theft.
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.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.