Data Breaches
When companies lose your data to hackers.
What it is
A breach is when a company you use gets hacked and your personal info (email, password, address) gets leaked online.
How it works
Attackers find a bug in the company's systems, copy the user database, and sell or post it on criminal forums.
How people get tricked
You did nothing wrong — but you still need to react fast.
How to protect yourself
- ✓ Use unique passwords so one breach doesn't spread.
- ✓ Sign up for breach alerts (haveibeenpwned.com).
- ✓ Freeze your credit if financial info leaks.
- ✓ Watch for phishing attempts that reference the leaked company.
Know this now
Assume your email is already in a breach. Plan as if attackers know it.