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Global Data Breach Reportedly Hits 16 Billion Accounts; Google, Apple, VPNs Could Be Affected

  • Security researchers identified a data breach exposing over 16 billion login records including Apple, Google, and VPN credentials in multiple locations.
  • The breach occurred because numerous datasets, some containing billions of records compiled via infostealer malware, were briefly exposed through unsecured storage.
  • Researchers noted the datasets are fresh, weaponizable intelligence, enabling cybercriminals to perform account takeovers, identity theft, and targeted phishing attacks.
  • Rader emphasized that the scale of this data breach is unprecedented and urged individuals to enhance their security by updating passwords, enabling multifactor authentication, and utilizing passkeys or authenticators.
  • The breach signals an urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures and regular audits as the exposed data poses a significant personal safety risk worldwide.
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One of the biggest data leaks in history would be in progress, according to a research group.

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Mobile ID World broke the news in on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
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