WPT Amateur Poker League

The WPT Amateur Poker League (WPTAPL) data breach in 2014 leaked a total of 148,366 records, containing sensitive information such as email addresses and passwords.

The breach occurred when an unknown attacker gained unauthorized access to the WPTAPLs database, compromising the confidentiality and security of the contained data. The exposed records included email addresses and passwords, which were stored in plain text or hashed with weak encryption.

The leaked data was shared online, allowing hackers to ponder through the list and exploit the vulnerability. As a result, many users sensitive information, including usernames and passwords, were compromised, leaving them vulnerable to further attacks and potential financial losses.

It is essential for organizations to take data security and confidentiality seriously, especially when dealing with sensitive information. Secure storage and encryption can go a long way in preventing such breaches.