boAt
boat-lifestyle.com
About This Breach
The boAt data breach incident, disclosed on 5-April-2024 by a hacker known as ShopifyGUY on a forum, has resulted in the leak of personal data for over 7.5 million boAt customers. This compromised data, amounting to around 2GB and spanning 7.5 milion entries, encompasses a wide range of personally identifiable information (PII), such as names, addresses, contact numbers, email IDs, customer IDs, and more.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.forbesindia.com/article/news/hit-with-massive-data-breach-boat-loses-data-of-75-million-customers/92483/1 (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the boAt data breach happen?
boAt was breached in Mar 2024. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on April 8, 2024.
How many records were exposed in the boAt breach?
7,537,308 records were exposed, making it the #149 largest of the 763 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the boAt breach?
The exposed data includes: Email addresses, Names, Phone numbers, Physical addresses, Geographic locations.
What should I do if I was affected by the boAt 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.
Beware of Scam Mail
Be skeptical of unexpected correspondence requesting personal details.
Monitor Your Accounts
Set up login alerts and review account activity regularly for suspicious access.