Zacks-2024
zacks.com
About This Breach
The Zacks Data Breach in June 2024 allegedly affected the investment research company, with data later published on a popular hacking forum. This incident followed a separate Zacks breach confirmed in 2023 that disclosed millions of additional records representing a superset of data from the first incident. The 2024 breach exposed 12 million unique email addresses along with IP and physical addresses, names, usernames, phone numbers, and unsalted SHA-256 password hashes.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | No |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | No reference available |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Zacks-2024 data breach happen?
Zacks-2024 was breached in Jun 2024. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on February 16, 2025.
How many records were exposed in the Zacks-2024 breach?
12,031,659 records were exposed, making it the #115 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Zacks-2024 breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Passwords, Usernames, Physical addresses, Phone numbers, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Zacks-2024 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.
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.
Beware of Scam Mail
Be skeptical of unexpected correspondence requesting personal details.
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.