MGMResorts
mgmresorts.com
About This Breach
MGM Resorts is a large hospitality and entertainment company based in the United States. In July 2019, it was reported that the company had suffered a data breach that affected approximately 3.1 million guests who had stayed at its properties. The stolen data included names, addresses, phone numbers, and dates of birth of guests, as well as more sensitive information such as passport numbers and driver's license numbers. The incident was reportedly caused by a third-party vendor that MGM Resorts had contracted to manage guest information.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/mgm-resorts-guests-142-million-data-breach-sold-on-dark-web-report-2262421 (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the MGMResorts data breach happen?
MGMResorts was breached in Jul 2019. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the MGMResorts breach?
3,081,826 records were exposed, making it the #252 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the MGMResorts breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Dates of birth, Email addresses, Phone numbers, Physical addresses, Genders.
What should I do if I was affected by the MGMResorts 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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