SalvadoranCitizens
About This Breach
The El Salvador Data Breach involved nearly 6 million records of Salvadoran citizens being published on a popular hacking forum. The exposed data included names, dates of birth, phone numbers, physical addresses, nearly 1 million unique email addresses, and over 5 million profile photos.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | No reference available |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the SalvadoranCitizens data breach happen?
SalvadoranCitizens was breached in Apr 2024. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on June 25, 2024.
How many records were exposed in the SalvadoranCitizens breach?
955,161 records were exposed, making it the #407 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the SalvadoranCitizens breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Phone numbers, Physical addresses, Dates of birth, Government issued IDs.
What should I do if I was affected by the SalvadoranCitizens 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?
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
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Place a Fraud Alert
Contact credit bureaus to place a fraud alert or credit freeze to prevent identity theft.
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.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.