Elance
elance.com
About This Breach
Elance, a staffing platform, was compromised in a data breach in 2009, although details of the breach weren't disclosed until eight years later. The incident affected 1.3 million accounts, with exposed data comprising usernames, salted SHA1 passwords (which are relatively hard to decrypt), first and last names, addresses, and phone numbers.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/elance-data-breach-hacker-leaks-1-3-million-accounts-staffing-platform-1605368 (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Elance data breach happen?
Elance was breached in Jan 2009. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Elance breach?
1,291,016 records were exposed, making it the #366 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Elance breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Email addresses, Passwords, Phone numbers, Geographic locations.
What should I do if I was affected by the Elance 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?
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.
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.