Factual
factual.com
About This Breach
"Factual's data was allegedly involved in a ""breach"" in March 2017, where a file containing 8M rows of data was compiled and circulated. This file included 2.5M unique email addresses, business names, addresses, and phone numbers. The exposed data was disputed as public data by Factual."
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 Factual data breach happen?
Factual was breached in Mar 2017. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Factual breach?
2,462,141 records were exposed, making it the #280 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Factual breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Physical addresses, Email addresses, Phone numbers.
What should I do if I was affected by the Factual 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?
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
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Watch for Phishing Calls & SMS
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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.