PostMillennial
thepostmillennial.com
About This Breach
The Post Millennial, a conservative Canadian news site, experienced a significant data breach earlier this month, affecting 26 million individuals. The breach involved the theft of various personal data from the site's subscriber database and content creators, including names, email addresses, usernames, passwords, IP addresses, phone numbers, and physical addresses. The website was also defaced, displaying fake messages allegedly from its editor.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-post-millennial-hack-leaked-data-impacting-26-million-people/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the PostMillennial data breach happen?
PostMillennial was breached in May 2024. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on May 12, 2024.
How many records were exposed in the PostMillennial breach?
26,929,396 records were exposed, making it the #64 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the PostMillennial breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Passwords, Phone numbers, IP addresses, Physical addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the PostMillennial 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.
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.
Watch for Phishing Calls & SMS
Be cautious of unexpected calls or texts asking for personal information.
Beware of Scam Mail
Be skeptical of unexpected correspondence requesting personal details.
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.