What was exposed, when it happened, and which databases confirm it.
- accounts
- 144,989
- Breached
- February 21, 2016
- Last Update
- February 22, 2016
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What happened
In February 2016, the website for the Linux distro known as Linux Mint was hacked and the ISO infected with a backdoor. The site also ran a phpBB forum which was subsequently put up for sale complete with almost 145k email addresses, passwords and other personal subscriber information.
Compromised Info
- Avatars
- Dates of birth
- Email addresses
- Geographic locations
- IP addresses
- Passwords
- Time zones
- Website activity
Attestation
Four independent databases catalog this breach and they do not always agree. Each lane below is one source’s own count.
Sources & Link Methods
- HIBP
FAQ
What was leaked in the LinuxMint breach?
The LinuxMint breach exposed: Avatars, Dates of birth, Email addresses, Geographic locations, IP addresses, Passwords, Time zones, and Website activity.
When did the LinuxMint breach happen?
The LinuxMint breach was disclosed on February 21, 2016 and affected 144,989 records.
Am I affected by the LinuxMint breach?
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