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Tracelo Breach Exposes 1.4M User Records

September 3, 2024
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Tracelo Breach Exposes 1.4M User Records

On September 1, 2024, Tracelo, a smartphone geolocation tracking service, experienced a significant data breach that exposed the personal details of over 1.4 million individuals. The hacker, operating under the alias “Satanic,” leaked the stolen data on Breach Forums. The breach included information from both Tracelo’s customers and the individuals they tracked, highlighting severe privacy concerns.

The leaked data consists of three main files: “saas-backend.locate_phone_infos,” “saas-backend.users,” and “saas-stage.users.” The “saas-backend.locate_phone_infos” file contains details of over 646,000 individuals whose locations were allegedly tracked, although no actual location data was included. The “saas-backend.users” and “saas-stage.users” files reveal personal information such as names, contact details, physical addresses, and bcrypt password hashes for nearly 1.6 million accounts.

Despite Tracelo’s assurances of ethical tracking practices and compliance with legal standards, the breach raises serious questions about the effectiveness of their privacy safeguards. The incident underscores the potential for misuse of personal data and highlights the need for robust data protection measures, especially given the sensitive nature of location tracking services.

In light of the breach, affected individuals should be cautious of phishing and vishing attempts, as cybercriminals may use the exposed information to target victims with fraudulent schemes. Tracelo users are advised to monitor their accounts for suspicious activity and verify the legitimacy of any unsolicited communications. The breach serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of securing personal data and the potential consequences of inadequate cybersecurity practices.

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  • Tracelo Location Tracker Data Breach Leaks 1.4M User Records Online
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