BigBasket
bigbasket.com
About This Breach
BigBasket, an Indian online grocery delivery service, suffered a data breach in late 2020. The breach resulted in the personal data of over 24 million users being compromised, including names, email addresses, phone numbers, and hashed passwords.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://inc42.com/buzz/flipkart-gets-caught-in-bigbasket-data-leak-aftermath-as-users-allege-attacks/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the BigBasket data breach happen?
BigBasket was breached in Oct 2020. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the BigBasket breach?
24,498,022 records were exposed, making it the #72 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the BigBasket breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Dates of birth, IP addresses, Email addresses, Physical addresses, Passwords, Phone numbers.
What should I do if I was affected by the BigBasket 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.
What Should You Do?
Change Your Passwords
Update your password immediately, using 12+ characters with numbers and symbols.
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.
Use a Password Manager
Never reuse passwords: use a password manager to generate unique ones for each account.