Wishbone
wishbone.io
About This Breach
Wishbone is an iOS and Android app which allows users to “compare anything.” got impacted by a data breach in January 2020. The data breach was attributed to Shinyhunters who later posted the stolen data in RaidForums. Exposed data includes usernames, email addresses, mobile numbers, gender, date-of-birth, Facebook and Twitter access tokens, MD5-hashed passwords and more.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.zdnet.com/article/hacker-selling-40-million-user-records-from-popular-wishbone-app/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Wishbone data breach happen?
Wishbone was breached in Aug 2016. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Wishbone breach?
9,698,253 records were exposed, making it the #129 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Wishbone breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Phone numbers, Geographic locations, Genders, Names, Dates of birth, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the Wishbone 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?
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.
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.