Discord Warns of Data Breach Affecting Millions of Users
Discord, the popular communication platform with over 200 million active users, has warned of a cyberattack that exposed user data. The attack targeted a third-party customer service provider, not Discord directly.
On September 20, 2023, hackers compromised a third-party company with access to Discord's ticketing system. This breach exposed sensitive user information, including names, Discord usernames, emails, IP addresses, and messages exchanged with customer service agents. In some cases, images of government IDs were also stolen. Billing information, such as the last four digits of credit cards and purchase history, was also accessed.
Discord took swift action upon discovering the breach recently. They revoked the third-party's access to their systems and engaged law enforcement. The company is currently in the process of contacting victims and notifying relevant data protection authorities.
While the exact number of impacted users is not specified, Discord users are urged to remain vigilant. The company has not provided specific details about previous third-party data breaches, but they have previously shared information about their security measures and data protection practices. Users can stay informed by checking official Discord press releases or reliable news sources.
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