149 Million Passwords Exposed in Massive Data Leak
- M Oliveira e Carmo
- May 7
- 1 min read
A massive unsecured database exposed 149 million usernames and passwords, including accounts linked to email services, social media platforms like Facebook, and even banking access. Discovered by security researcher Jeremiah Fowler, the data was publicly accessible without any protection before being removed. The incident highlights the ongoing risks of weak data security practices and reinforces the importance of strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and regular account monitoring.
Check https://www.publico.pt/2026/01/23/enter/noticia/149-milhoes-passwords-expostas-gmail-facebook-lista-2162253 for more
Comments