Twitter-Scraped
twitter.com
About This Breach
The "Twitter Email Addresses Leak" involves a data leak of over 200 million Twitter user profiles around 2021. The leak includes email addresses, names, screen names, follower counts, and account creation dates. The data was obtained through a Twitter API vulnerability that allowed the input of email addresses and phone numbers to confirm their association with Twitter IDs.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/200-million-twitter-users-email-addresses-allegedly-leaked-online/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Twitter-Scraped data breach happen?
Twitter-Scraped was breached in Jan 2021. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Twitter-Scraped breach?
208,918,735 records were exposed, making it the #12 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Twitter-Scraped breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Email addresses, Names, Geographic locations, Profile photos, Phone numbers.
What should I do if I was affected by the Twitter-Scraped 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
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.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.