Sitepoint
sitepoint.com
About This Breach
The Sitepoint breach occurred in 2020, compromising user information including usernames, email addresses, hashed passwords, and potentially other account-related details exposing more than 1 million records.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/sitepoint-discloses-data-breach-after-stolen-info-used-in-attacks/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Sitepoint data breach happen?
Sitepoint was breached in Jun 2020. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Sitepoint breach?
1,021,625 records were exposed, making it the #415 largest of the 794 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Sitepoint breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Passwords, Usernames, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Sitepoint breach?
Change your password on Sitepoint 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.