PPCGeeks

The PPC Geeks leak in 2016 was a significant data breach that exposed sensitive information of a large number of people. On September 20, 2016, it was revealed that the popular Apple forums, PPC Geeks, had been hacked, resulting in the leak of 492,518 records.

The leaked information included a variety of data such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, passwords, and even financial information such as credit card numbers
and expiration dates. The compromised data was attributed to a vulnerability in the forums software, which allowed attackers to gain unauthorized access to the system.

The hack was discovered by the security researchers at Dymatic, who informed PPC Geeks of the breach. An investigation by the forums team revealed that the attack had been ongoing for several months, with the attackers making off with the sensitive information. The leak highlighted the importance of robust security measures and regular software updates to prevent such incidents.

PPC Geeks has since taken steps to enhance its security, including implementing better password storage and implementing a new security system. The incident serves as a reminder to users to be cautious when sharing sensitive information online and to always ensure that their software and systems are up to date.