Pokébip
pokebip.com
About This Breach
Pokébip, the French Pokémon fan site Pokébip experienced a security breach in 2015, leading to unauthorized access to its user database. The breach resulted in the exposure of user email addresses, usernames, and encrypted passwords.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.theregister.com/2016/09/12/peccant_pwners_post_670000_pokemon_punter_md5_passwords/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Pokébip data breach happen?
Pokébip was breached in Jul 2015. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Pokébip breach?
656,162 records were exposed, making it the #484 largest of the 794 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Pokébip breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Passwords, Email addresses, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Pokébip breach?
Change your password on Pokébip 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 stored with weak protection and are likely cracked. Change it now on Pokébip and anywhere you reused it. 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.