Social Engineered
socialengineered.net
About This Breach
A data breach occurred at Social Engineered, a forum focused on social engineering and cybersecurity in 2019. The breach resulted in the exposure of user account information, including usernames, email addresses, and hashed passwords. The incident affected a substantial number of users, with 89k records being compromised.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.zdnet.com/article/user-data-stolen-from-human-hacking-forum-social-engineered-published-on-rival-site/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Social Engineered data breach happen?
Social Engineered was breached in Jun 2019. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Social Engineered breach?
89,409 records were exposed, making it the #705 largest of the 783 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Social Engineered breach?
The exposed data includes: Usernames, Phone numbers, Private messages, Email addresses, IP addresses.
What should I do if I was affected by the Social Engineered 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.
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.