Yahoo
voices.yahoo.com
About This Breach
The Yahoo Voices data breach, also known as the Yahoo Contributor Network data breach, occurred in 2012. Hackers breached Yahoo's systems and gained access to the user registration information of approximately 450,000 Yahoo Voices users. The compromised data included usernames, email addresses, and poorly encrypted passwords.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/data-breach-500m-yahoo-accounts (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Yahoo data breach happen?
Yahoo was breached in Jul 2012. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Yahoo breach?
453,513 records were exposed, making it the #516 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Yahoo breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Passwords.
What should I do if I was affected by the Yahoo 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.
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.