BTC-Alpha
btc-alpha.com
About This Breach
The BTC-Alpha breach in 2021 involved a ransomware attack attributed to the Lockbit group. The company CEO, Vitalii Bodnar, raised suspicions that a competitor might be involved. The attack led to the compromise of hashed passwords of an undisclosed number of users.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/news/252509877/Cryptocurrency-exchange-BTC-Alpha-confirms-ransomware-attack (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the BTC-Alpha data breach happen?
BTC-Alpha was breached in Nov 2021. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the BTC-Alpha breach?
362,693 records were exposed, making it the #549 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the BTC-Alpha breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, IP addresses, Passwords, Usernames.
What should I do if I was affected by the BTC-Alpha 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?
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Enable Two-Factor Authentication
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Review Device Security
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Use a Password Manager
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