Internet Archive Hacked, Data Breach Exposes 31 Million Users’ Information

The Internet Archive, known for its "Wayback Machine," has been hacked, leading to the exposure of a user authentication database with 31 million records. Stolen data includes email addresses, Bcrypt-hashed passwords, and internal user information, putting millions at risk of further cyber threats.

  • Hackers stole a 6.4GB SQL file containing 31 million unique email addresses and hashed passwords from the Internet Archive’s user database.
  • Threat actors shared the stolen data with the Have I Been Pwned service, allowing users to check if their information was compromised.
  • The breach occurred on September 28th, 2024, and includes details like email addresses, screen names, password change timestamps, and internal data.

The Internet Archive breach highlights the vulnerabilities even large online platforms face in maintaining robust security. With 31 million users’ sensitive data now exposed, individuals and businesses must strengthen their cybersecurity defenses.

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