Security Heads Up - Massive Hack of Email & Passwords (1 Viewer)

[Langtoftlad]

Just been made aware of this
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-41095606
as of 30th Aug 2017

One of my email accounts is on the list, so I suggest you check yours at a site like:
https://haveibeenpwned.com/
...and change your password(s) if your account has been compromised.

 

[joka250]

Just taken a look at web site haveibeenpwned not convinced it's secure. My thought is just change your passwords on all important accounts. It's good practice to do this anyway.

 

[Langtoftlad]

You're right to be cautious of course, but I think it's safe...
- referred to by mainstream media
- referenced by tech blogs
- created by Troy Hunt, a regional director for Microsoft & a security expert
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troy_Hunt

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[funflair]

Well I checked, my two accounts are clear but MIL's account has been compromised

Martin

 

[Gellyneck]

May be of interest?
Here's an alpha sorted list of the sites noted on HIBP website.

 

[Welsh girl]

I've been pawned , I had an email telling me so, so I've changed my passwords.
Good prompt for me even if I haven't and the site is not a good one.

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