Hemmakväll
hemmakvall.se
About This Breach
Hemmakväll, a Swedish home entertainment retailer, was breached in 2015. The data compromised in the breach included passwords, phone numbers, email addresses, physical addresses, and names.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.acumin.co.uk/news/high-profile-hackings-of-2015-hemmakvall/895/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Hemmakväll data breach happen?
Hemmakväll was breached in Jul 2015. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Hemmakväll breach?
47,432 records were exposed, making it the #750 largest of the 794 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Hemmakväll breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Passwords, Phone numbers, Physical addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Hemmakväll breach?
Change your password on Hemmakväll and anywhere you reused it, and make the new one long and unique. 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
Passwords were stored with weak protection and are likely cracked. Change it now on Hemmakväll and anywhere you reused it. Make the new one long and unique.
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.
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.