Pluto TV
pluto.tv
About This Breach
Pluto TV is a US-based streaming service that provides free ad-supported content. In 2018, it was reported that a hacker had claimed to have stolen a database containing sensitive information of over 3.2 million Pluto TV users. The stolen data includes usernames, email addresses, password hashes, and IP addresses.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hacker-shares-32-million-pluto-tv-accounts-for-free-on-forum/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Pluto TV data breach happen?
Pluto TV was breached in Oct 2018. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Pluto TV breach?
3,225,216 records were exposed, making it the #256 largest of the 794 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Pluto TV breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Usernames, Dates of birth, Genders, Names, Passwords, IP addresses, Social media profiles.
What should I do if I was affected by the Pluto TV breach?
Change your password on Pluto TV 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.
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What Should You Do?
Change Your Passwords
Passwords were strongly hashed, but change it anyway if you reused it elsewhere. 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.
Review Device Security
Update your devices and browsers, and check for unauthorized logins.
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.