Star Tribune
startribune.com
About This Breach
Star Tribune got breached by threat actor known as ShinyHunters exposing more than 1 million user accounts. Exposed data includes email address, username, hashed passwords, names, birthdates, addresses, phone numbers.
Data Exposed
Breach Details
| Breach Type | Data Breach |
| Searchable | Yes |
| Verified | Yes |
| Sensitive Data | No |
| Reference | https://www.startribune.com/hacker-group-claims-to-have-stolen-star-tribune-user-information/570384542/ (opens in new tab) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Star Tribune data breach happen?
Star Tribune was breached in Oct 2019. The breach was added to the XposedOrNot index on November 8, 2023.
How many records were exposed in the Star Tribune breach?
2,193,233 records were exposed, making it the #301 largest of the 783 breaches in our index.
What data was exposed in the Star Tribune breach?
The exposed data includes: Names, Passwords, Email addresses, Usernames, Physical addresses, Genders.
What should I do if I was affected by the Star Tribune 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.
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.
Use a Password Manager
Never reuse passwords: use a password manager to generate unique ones for each account.