CashCrate

In 2016, the rewards website CashCrate experienced a major data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of users. The breach was discovered after a hacker accessed the companys database and stole the records of over 6.8 million users.

The leaked data included sensitive information such as names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, and IP addresses. Additionally, the breach compromised users CashCrate account information, including their earnings and payment details. The compromised data was then sold on the dark web, putting users at risk of identity theft, phishing scams, and other malicious activities.

The CashCrate breach was one of the largest data breaches in history and raised concerns about the security of user data on online rewards websites. The company has since implemented new security measures to prevent future breaches, but the incident highlights the importance of protecting personal information when using online services.