Mecho Download

In 2013, Mecho Download, a file-sharing website, experienced a significant data breach resulting in the leakage of 437,928 user records. The exposed information included sensitive personal details such as emails, IP addresses, passwords, and usernames.

The leaked data was made available online, posing a significant security risk to affected users. The compromise of passwords and other personal information could have allowed malicious actors to gain access to user accounts, steal identities, or engage in other fraudulent activities. The data breach highlighted the importance of strong password practices and the need for websites to implement robust security measures to protect user data.