Netlog
netlog.com
About This Breach
Netlog, a Belgian social networking platform, experienced a data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of users 2012. The breach involved unauthorized access to the company's user database, resulting in the compromise of approximately 49 million user accounts.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/data-breach-broker-selling-user-records-stolen-from-26-companies/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Netlog data breach happen?
Netlog was breached in Nov 2012. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Netlog breach?
49,026,690 records were exposed, making it the #45 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Netlog breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the Netlog 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.