Sphero
sphero.com
About This Breach
Sphero, a Hong Kong-based firm specializing in programmable robots and educational tools, suffered a data breach in 2023. A hacker allegedly stole and publicized the personal information of a million educators and students from Sphero's database.
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 Sphero data breach happen?
Sphero was breached in Sep 2023. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Sphero breach?
833,517 records were exposed, making it the #425 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Sphero breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Email addresses, Geographic locations, Usernames, Dates of birth.
What should I do if I was affected by the Sphero 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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Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.