Major 9.4GB Twitter Data Breach 200 Million Records at Risk Researchers at Cyber Press have identified a substantial breach involving 9.4GB of Twitter user data, nearly 200 million records exposed. This leak, either from a Twitter database or scrape, is among the most significant data exposures in recent memory.

Major 9.4GB Twitter data leak:

The compromised information includes email addresses, names, and Twitter account details, putting users at risk of phishing, identity theft, and social engineering attacks. Malicious actors could use this data to further compromise accounts and systems linked to the affected email addresses.

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Twitter security breach was initially reported on a prominent hacking forum dedicated to data leaks and breaches. A user named “michupa” created a new account on July 7, 2024, to exclusively release the extensive Twitter database. The data is split into 10 files, each containing 1GB of information, and is freely available for download.

The Cyber Press Team has verified the accuracy of email addresses for several listed Twitter profiles, though the complete dataset remains unconfirmed. The precise date of the breach is unknown but is believed to have occurred recently.

The discovery includes 10 files, each holding substantial data, specifically 1GB per file, identified by unique names.

In light of this breach, the Cyber Press Team strongly recommends that users and organizations take immediate steps to secure their accounts and data.

Suggested actions include:

• Updating passwords and activating two-factor authentication (2FA) on Twitter accounts.
• Being cautious of suspicious emails or messages that could exploit the leaked information.
• Monitoring accounts for unusual activity and reporting incidents to Twitter support.
• Reviewing and enhancing data protection and security measures.
• Regularly performing security audits to uncover and fix potential weaknesses.
• Training employees on the dangers of phishing and social engineering attacks.

The Cyber Press Team has reached out to Twitter to notify them of the data leak and is awaiting a response. This incident underscores the critical importance of robust cybersecurity practices and remaining vigilant in the face of ongoing data breaches. Cyber Press will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as new information becomes available.