InterPals
interpals.net
About This Breach
InterPals.net, a social networking and language exchange site that allows users to connect with people from all over the world, reportedly experienced a data breach in 2015.The breach exposed the personal information of around 3.5 million users of the site, including email addresses, usernames, IP addresses, and passwords. The passwords were reportedly protected with the weak SHA-1 hashing algorithm, which could be easily cracked by attackers.In addition, the breach reportedly exposed private messages and other information shared on the site.
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 InterPals data breach happen?
InterPals was breached in Nov 2015. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the InterPals breach?
3,443,505 records were exposed, making it the #240 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the InterPals breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Usernames, Email addresses, Dates of birth, Geographic locations, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the InterPals 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?
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Enable Two-Factor Authentication
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Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.
Use a Password Manager
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