Vedomosti Database

The Vedomosti Database leak in 2012 was a significant data breach that occurred in Russia. The incident involved the unauthorized disclosure of 204,673 records from Vedomosti.ru, a popular Russian-language newspaper website. The leaked information included sensitive personal data, including real names, emails, user names, phone numbers, and passwords.

The breached database contained an extensive list of Russian journalists, politicians, businesspeople, and celebrities, among others. The leak not only exposed their personal contact information but also made their online activity vulnerable to cyber attacks and phishing attempts. The affected individuals were from various industries, including media, finance, politics, and law enforcement.

The leak was attributed to a vulnerability in the websites login system, which was exploited by an unknown attacker. The incident highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and data protection in modern times. In the aftermath of the breach, the Russian authorities launched an investigation into the incident, and several individuals were reportedly arrested in connection with the leak.