LizardSquad
lizardsquad.org
About This Breach
LizardSquad, a hacker collective, was breached, leading to the exposure of 17k user accounts in 2015. The data compromised in the breach included usernames, email addresses, and passwords.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://securityaffairs.co/wordpress/32417/cyber-crime/lizard-stresser-database-leaked.html (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the LizardSquad data breach happen?
LizardSquad was breached in Jan 2015. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the LizardSquad breach?
17,021 records were exposed, making it the #747 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the LizardSquad breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Email addresses, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the LizardSquad 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.
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.