Xiaomi Forum
bbs.xiaomi.cn
About This Breach
Reports indicated a data leak involving Xiaomi forum users, potentially affecting around 8 million registered users. This leak was later confirmed, urging users to change their passwords promptly to enhance security.Exposed data include email addresses, passwords, usernames and IP addresses.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | No |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.gizmochina.com/2014/05/13/xiaomi-forum-8-million-users-private-data-leaked/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Xiaomi Forum data breach happen?
Xiaomi Forum was reportedly breached in Aug 2012. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on December 30, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Xiaomi Forum breach?
1,033,361 records were exposed, making it the #412 largest of the 794 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Xiaomi Forum breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Passwords, Email addresses, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Xiaomi Forum breach?
Change your password on Xiaomi Forum 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 stored with weak protection and are likely cracked. Change it now on Xiaomi Forum and anywhere you reused it. 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.