Edmunds
edmunds.com
About This Breach
Edmunds, an automotive research and car-shopping platform, was allegedly breached by the ShinyHunters group in January 2026, with data later published exposing 191k unique email addresses along with usernames, passwords, IP addresses, phone numbers, and vehicle-related records.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | No reference available |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Edmunds data breach happen?
Edmunds was breached in Jan 2026. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on June 17, 2026.
How many records were exposed in the Edmunds breach?
191,474 records were exposed, making it the #613 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Edmunds breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Usernames, Passwords, Phone numbers, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Edmunds 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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Watch for Phishing Calls & SMS
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