Nival

In 2016, a significant data breach occurred at Nival, a popular online game developer and publisher. The incident was known as the Nival leak, which exposed a massive amount of personal data. The affected database contained
1535473 records, making it one of the largest data breaches of its time.


The leaked data included sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, email addresses, and IP addresses. Additionally, some records also contained user names, real names, dates of birth, and phone numbers. This breach was particularly concerning due to the extensive amount of sensitive data compromised.


The investigation into the breach revealed that it was caused by a combination of human error and a vulnerability in Nivals infrastructure. The company initially failed to patch a vulnerability in their code, allowing hackers to access the database. Furthermore, an employees authorized access to the database was compromised, allowing the hackers to extract and distribute the sensitive information.


The Nival leak led to a severe backlash, with the company facing intense scrutiny and criticism for their handling of the incident. The breach resulted in a significant loss of trust among users, and the companys reputation suffered as a consequence. The incident also highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and the need for companies to prioritize the protection of their users data.